Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ35

The following is a extended review of the Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was announced 2 years after the FZ35 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX280 HS scores vs the FZ35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS comes with external dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ35 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX280 HS vs the FZ35.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and FZ35 is 91 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and FZ35.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SX280 HS will have an advantage in sensor tech.