Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ28
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Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Launched March 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX260 HS
- Later Model is Canon SX280 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 SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX270 HS was manufactured 4 years after the FZ28 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX270 HS grades vs the FZ28 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Panasonic FZ28
SX270 HS | FZ28 | |||
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Announced | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 51 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Canon SX270 HS
FZ28 | SX270 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Panasonic FZ28
SX270 HS | FZ28 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX270 HS offers exterior dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic FZ28 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the FZ28.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and FZ28 is 91 and 72 respectively.

Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and FZ28.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX270 HS to give you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX270 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-03-21 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 233 grams (0.51 pounds) | 417 grams (0.92 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 210 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
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 |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $284 | $599 |