Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic FH3

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic FH3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was launched 4 years later than the FH3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX700 HS grades vs the FH3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX700 HS has exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX700 HS vs the FH3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and FH3 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and FH3.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX700 HS to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher SX700 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.