Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic ZS70

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX610 HS versus Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was launched 3 years before the ZS70 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX610 HS scores vs the ZS70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS has external measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX610 HS vs the ZS70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and ZS70 is 93 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and ZS70.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX610 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.