Canon SX720 HS vs Panasonic FZ70

The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX720 HS versus Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The SX720 HS was revealed 2 years after the FZ70 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX720 HS matches up versus the FZ70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are available at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX720 HS has outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX720 HS versus Panasonic FZ70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX720 HS versus the FZ70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX720 HS and FZ70 is 89 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The image below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX720 HS and FZ70.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX720 HS to offer you greater detail because of its extra 4.3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer SX720 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.