Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZS3

In this article, we are evaluating the Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was launched 7 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX620 HS matches up vs the ZS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX620 HS has outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the ZS3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and ZS3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and ZS3.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to show extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern SX620 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.