Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FS25

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX280 HS and Panasonic FS25, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was announced 4 years later than the FS25 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX280 HS grades versus the FS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS has got outside 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) and the Panasonic FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX280 HS and Panasonic FS25 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX280 HS versus the FS25.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and FS25 is 91 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and FS25.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher SX280 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.