Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic FX90

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SX710 HS and Panasonic FX90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and FX90 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was launched 3 years later than the FX90 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX710 HS matches up against the FX90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX710 HS has outer measurements 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 FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX710 HS and Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX710 HS compared to the FX90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and FX90 is 89 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and FX90.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX710 HS to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent SX710 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.