Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic ZS5

On this page, we are matching up the Canon SX710 HS vs Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was introduced 4 years after the ZS5 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX710 HS matches up vs the ZS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX710 HS has got external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS5 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX710 HS against the ZS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and ZS5 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and ZS5.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to deliver more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX710 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.