Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic S2

Following is a complete assessment of the Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic S2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was released 8 months after the S2 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX500 IS matches up versus the S2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX500 IS provides external dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX500 IS versus the S2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and S2 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX500 IS and S2.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX500 IS to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent SX500 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.