Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic ZS3

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was introduced 22 months later than the ZS3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX220 HS matches up vs the ZS3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS enjoys external 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) while the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX220 HS vs Panasonic ZS3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the ZS3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and ZS3 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and ZS3.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX220 HS to produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger SX220 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.