Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS50

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX700 HS versus Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was released 10 months earlier than the ZS50 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX700 HS scores against the ZS50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX700 HS has outer dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Canon SX700 HS versus Panasonic ZS50 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX700 HS against the ZS50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and ZS50 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and ZS50.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX700 HS to give more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged SX700 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.