Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FX75

Below is a extended overview of the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic FX75, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was introduced 2 years later than the FX75 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX280 HS grades against the FX75 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS has got outer dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX75 has proportions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic FX75 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX280 HS against the FX75.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and FX75 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and FX75.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FX75 to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger SX280 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.