Canon SX70 HS vs Panasonic ZS80

The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX70 HS vs Panasonic ZS80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX70 HS (20MP) and the ZS80 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was brought out 8 months after the ZS80 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX70 HS scores against the ZS80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS & Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX70 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS80 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX70 HS offers physical measurements of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS80 has sizing of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX70 HS versus the ZS80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and ZS80 is 63 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX70 HS and ZS80.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images however you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX70 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.