Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic FX78

Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX700 HS and Panasonic FX78, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and FX78 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was announced 3 years later than the FX78 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX700 HS matches up vs the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS features external dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX700 HS and Panasonic FX78 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX700 HS compared to the FX78.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and FX78 is 89 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and FX78.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX700 HS to produce greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent SX700 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.