Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic SZ1

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic SZ1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was unveiled 11 months prior to the SZ1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX220 HS scores versus the SZ1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS has 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 SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic SZ1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX220 HS vs the SZ1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and SZ1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and SZ1.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ1 to resolve extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.