Canon S200 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Canon S200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 181g - 100 x 59 x 26mm
- Launched February 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Launched January 2009

Canon S200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Canon S200 vs Panasonic FZ28, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is very well matched but the S200 (1/1.7") and FZ28 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

The S200 was launched 5 years after the FZ28 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the S200 matches up versus the FZ28 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon S200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The complete galleries are provided at Canon S200 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S200 over the Panasonic FZ28
S200 | FZ28 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 63 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Canon S200
FZ28 | S200 |
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Common features in the Canon S200 and Panasonic FZ28
S200 | FZ28 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon S200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon S200 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 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).
Check out the Canon S200 vs Panasonic FZ28 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the S200 against the FZ28.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S200 and FZ28 is 93 and 72 respectively.

Canon S200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S200 and FZ28.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The S200 includes the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The more modern S200 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon S200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S200 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-21 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 181 gr (0.40 lbs) | 417 gr (0.92 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $293 | $599 |