Canon A3300 IS vs Panasonic FZ28

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic FZ28, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the A3300 IS (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was introduced 24 months after the FZ28 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the A3300 IS scores against the FZ28 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3300 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A3300 IS and Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the FZ28.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3300 IS and FZ28 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and FZ28.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon A3300 IS to produce greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer A3300 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.