Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic ZS10

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX520 HS and Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 3 years after the ZS10 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX520 HS grades versus the ZS10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX520 HS and Panasonic ZS10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the ZS10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and ZS10 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and ZS10.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX520 HS to render more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.