Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic FZ100

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX220 HS versus Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was revealed 7 months later than the FZ100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX220 HS scores vs the FZ100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX220 HS has got outside measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ100 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX220 HS versus Panasonic FZ100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX220 HS vs the FZ100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and FZ100 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and FZ100.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ100 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX220 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.