Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FH6

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic FH6, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was announced 15 months later than the FH6 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX280 HS matches up versus the FH6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX280 HS provides outside measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic FH6 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic FH6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the FH6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and FH6 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and FH6.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH6 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger SX280 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.