Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS30

Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX700 HS versus Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was introduced 14 months later than the ZS30 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX700 HS matches up versus the ZS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS features physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX700 HS against the ZS30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and ZS30 is 89 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and ZS30.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger SX700 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.