Canon N100 vs Panasonic FZ28

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon N100 and Panasonic FZ28, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is very well matched but the N100 (1/1.7") and FZ28 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The N100 was brought out 5 years after the FZ28 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the N100 grades vs the FZ28 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are provided at Canon N100 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon N100 enjoys exterior measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has proportions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the N100 versus the FZ28.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the N100 and FZ28 is 89 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the N100 and FZ28.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The N100 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon N100 will give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern N100 will have an edge in sensor innovation.