Canon SX620 HS vs Panasonic ZS50

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX620 HS and Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was revealed 17 months after the ZS50 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX620 HS grades against the ZS50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS has got outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX620 HS and the ZS50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and ZS50 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and ZS50.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher SX620 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.