Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic FZ70

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX60 HS versus Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was revealed 15 months after the FZ70 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX60 HS grades versus the FZ70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX60 HS has got outside dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX60 HS compared to the FZ70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX60 HS and FZ70 is 61 and 63 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX60 HS and FZ70.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos although you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX60 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.