Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FZ100

Lets examine more closely at the Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SX520 HS was announced 4 years after the FZ100 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX520 HS matches up vs the FZ100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX520 HS has got external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ100 has sizing of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FZ100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX520 HS vs the FZ100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and FZ100 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The pic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and FZ100.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX520 HS to offer you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.