Canon A495 vs Panasonic FZ28

Here is a complete assessment of the Canon A495 versus Panasonic FZ28, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A495 was introduced 12 months later than the FZ28 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A495 matches up versus the FZ28 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A495 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A495 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A495 provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while 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).

Examine the Canon A495 versus Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A495 compared to the FZ28.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A495 and FZ28 is 93 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A495 and FZ28.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you should really take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer A495 should have an edge in sensor tech.