Canon SX70 HS vs Panasonic ZS20

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SX70 HS vs Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and ZS20 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was unveiled 6 years later than the ZS20 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX70 HS matches up vs the ZS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are available at Canon SX70 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX70 HS offers exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX70 HS vs Panasonic ZS20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX70 HS vs the ZS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and ZS20 is 63 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX70 HS and ZS20.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX70 HS to give extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer SX70 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.