Canon SX540 HS vs Panasonic SZ10

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX540 HS and Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was revealed 13 months later than the SZ10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX540 HS matches up against the SZ10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX540 HS comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX540 HS and Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SX540 HS versus the SZ10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and SZ10 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX540 HS and SZ10.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX540 HS to produce more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX540 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.