Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FZ28
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Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Replaced the Canon SX210 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX240 HS
(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
- Announced January 2009

Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Canon SX230 HS versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX230 HS was announced 2 years after the FZ28 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX230 HS scores against the FZ28 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Panasonic FZ28
SX230 HS | FZ28 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Canon SX230 HS
FZ28 | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and Panasonic FZ28
SX230 HS | FZ28 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX230 HS has outside measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX230 HS versus Panasonic FZ28 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX230 HS versus the FZ28.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and FZ28 is 91 and 72 respectively.

Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX230 HS and FZ28.
Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX230 HS to provide more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern SX230 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223 grams (0.49 lb) | 417 grams (0.92 lb) |
Dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 210 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $399 | $599 |