Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic ZS70

In this article, we are evaluating the Canon SX60 HS and Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was revealed 3 years before the ZS70 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX60 HS scores versus the ZS70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The full galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX60 HS has got outside measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX60 HS against the ZS70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX60 HS and ZS70 is 61 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The visual here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX60 HS and ZS70.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to result in extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older SX60 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.