Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic ZS20

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and ZS20 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was unveiled 2 years after the ZS20 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX710 HS grades against the ZS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS enjoys external measurements 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 ZS20 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic ZS20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX710 HS and the ZS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and ZS20 is 89 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and ZS20.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX710 HS to provide extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX710 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.