Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ28
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Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Superseded the Canon SX200 IS
- Updated by Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Announced January 2009

Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SX210 IS (14MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was launched 18 months later than the FZ28 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX210 IS matches up against the FZ28 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Panasonic FZ28
SX210 IS | FZ28 | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Canon SX210 IS
FZ28 | SX210 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Panasonic FZ28
SX210 IS | FZ28 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
See the Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX210 IS versus the FZ28.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and FZ28 is 90 and 72 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX210 IS and FZ28.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX210 IS to show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX210 IS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 pounds) | 417 gr (0.92 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $226 | $599 |