Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ150
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Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ150 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
- Released March 2013
- Older Model is Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched April 2012

Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ150 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX280 HS was brought out 12 months later than the FZ150 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX280 HS grades vs the FZ150 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ150 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX280 HS over the Panasonic FZ150
SX280 HS | FZ150 | |||
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Launched | March 2013 | ![]() | April 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Canon SX280 HS
FZ150 | SX280 HS | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX280 HS and Panasonic FZ150
SX280 HS | FZ150 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ150 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS has exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic FZ150 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ150 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX280 HS against the FZ150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and FZ150 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ150 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and FZ150.
As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SX280 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ150 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ150 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-03-21 | 2012-04-11 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 9.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, 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 pounds) | 528 gr (1.16 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 40 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 132 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | 410 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $325 | $499 |