Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic FZ200

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX710 HS and Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was revealed 2 years after the FZ200 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX710 HS matches up vs the FZ200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS features physical 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 FZ200 has dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX710 HS and Panasonic FZ200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX710 HS compared to the FZ200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and FZ200 is 89 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and FZ200.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX710 HS to offer greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX710 HS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.