Canon SX600 HS vs Panasonic LZ40

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX600 HS versus Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was manufactured within a month of the LZ40 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX600 HS grades vs the LZ40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX600 HS features outer measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX600 HS versus Panasonic LZ40 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX600 HS against the LZ40.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and LZ40 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and LZ40.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic LZ40 to show extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.