Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS25

The following is a extended overview of the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was introduced 2 years after the ZS25 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX530 HS grades vs the ZS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS offers physical 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 ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX530 HS vs the ZS25.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and ZS25 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and ZS25.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX530 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.