Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS20

Below is a extended analysis of the Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the ZS20 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX530 HS matches up against the ZS20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX530 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX530 HS vs the ZS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and ZS20 is 69 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and ZS20.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX530 HS to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The younger SX530 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.