Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ300

Following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was released 3 years prior to the FZ300 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX280 HS grades vs the FZ300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS has got external 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 FZ300 has sizing of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX280 HS against the FZ300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and FZ300 is 91 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and FZ300.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX280 HS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.