Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic SZ3
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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched May 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic SZ3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and SZ3 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX620 HS was released 3 years later than the SZ3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX620 HS scores versus the SZ3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic SZ3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Panasonic SZ3
SX620 HS | SZ3 | |||
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Announced | May 2016 | January 2013 | Fresher by 41 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Canon SX620 HS
SZ3 | SX620 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic SZ3
SX620 HS | SZ3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS comes with external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic SZ3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX620 HS versus the SZ3.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and SZ3 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and SZ3.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX620 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-05-10 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182g (0.40 lbs) | 126g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 shots | 250 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $279 | $150 |