Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic ZS1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon SX220 HS versus Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") possess different sensor sizing.

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The SX220 HS was revealed 22 months later than the ZS1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX220 HS matches up against the ZS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS features outside dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX220 HS versus Panasonic ZS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX220 HS and the ZS1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and ZS1 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and ZS1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX220 HS with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon SX220 HS will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher SX220 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.