Canon SX510 HS vs Panasonic SZ1

Following is a extended overview of the Canon SX510 HS vs Panasonic SZ1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was introduced 20 months after the SZ1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX510 HS matches up against the SZ1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX510 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX510 HS vs Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX510 HS and the SZ1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and SZ1 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX510 HS and SZ1.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ1 to give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher SX510 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.