Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic FH2

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic FH2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and FH2 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was revealed 4 years later than the FH2 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX710 HS matches up against the FH2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The full galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS comes with outer dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic FH2 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX710 HS versus the FH2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and FH2 is 89 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The photograph here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX710 HS and FH2.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX710 HS to deliver greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern SX710 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.