Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FX78
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Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX77
Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FX78, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe SX220 HS was manufactured around the same time to the FX78 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX220 HS matches up versus the FX78 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Panasonic FX78
SX220 HS | FX78 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Canon SX220 HS
FX78 | SX220 HS | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic FX78
SX220 HS | FX78 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | January 2011 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS has got outer dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX78 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FX78 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX220 HS vs the FX78.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and FX78 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and FX78.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you need to factor the age of the cameras into account.
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Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon SX220 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-02-07 | 2011-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | 200 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $399 | $210 |