Canon SX540 HS vs Panasonic FZ2500

Below is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX540 HS and Panasonic FZ2500, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX540 HS (20MP) and the FZ2500 (20MP) is very close but the SX540 HS (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") posses different sensor measurements.

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The SX540 HS was introduced 8 months earlier than the FZ2500 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX540 HS matches up against the FZ2500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX540 HS provides outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ2500 has specifications of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX540 HS and Panasonic FZ2500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX540 HS against the FZ2500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and FZ2500 is 69 and 53 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The graphic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX540 HS and FZ2500.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor measurements. The SX540 HS has got the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow DOF tougher. The older SX540 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.