Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH5

Below, we will be looking at the Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and FH5 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was released 2 years after the FH5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX280 HS scores versus the FH5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 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) while the Panasonic FH5 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the FH5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and FH5 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and FH5.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FH5 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent SX280 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.