Canon S110 vs Panasonic FZ28

Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon S110 vs Panasonic FZ28, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is very close but the S110 (1/1.7") and FZ28 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The S110 was manufactured 3 years later than the FZ28 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S110 matches up versus the FZ28 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S110 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are provided at Canon S110 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon S110 enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S110 and the FZ28.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S110 and FZ28 is 93 and 72 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S110 and FZ28.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S110 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon S110 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent S110 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.