Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic FZ28

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX130 IS and Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was manufactured 20 months later than the FZ28 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX130 IS matches up versus the FZ28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX130 IS provides physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has sizing of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX130 IS and Panasonic FZ28 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX130 IS and the FZ28.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX130 IS and FZ28 is 85 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and FZ28.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX130 IS to offer extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX130 IS provides an advantage in sensor technology.