Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FZ200

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was revealed 3 years later than the FZ200 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX620 HS grades versus the FZ200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX620 HS provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ200 has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic FZ200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the FZ200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and FZ200 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and FZ200.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to provide extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.