Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH1
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Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH1 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
- Introduced March 2013
- Replaced the Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Announced January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS10

Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX280 HS was launched 3 years after the FH1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX280 HS scores vs the FH1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX280 HS over the Panasonic FH1
SX280 HS | FH1 | |||
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Announced | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 39 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Canon SX280 HS
FH1 | SX280 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX280 HS and Panasonic FH1
SX280 HS | FH1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS has got exterior dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX280 HS and the FH1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and FH1 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and FH1.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images though you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer SX280 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-03-21 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | - |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 233 gr (0.51 lb) | 163 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $325 | $150 |