Canon SX70 HS vs Panasonic FZ35

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX70 HS vs Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and FZ35 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was brought out 8 years later than the FZ35 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX70 HS grades versus the FZ35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX70 HS has got outside measurements of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has proportions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX70 HS versus the FZ35.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and FZ35 is 63 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX70 HS and FZ35.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX70 HS to give you extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer SX70 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.