Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic FZ70

The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was launched 3 months prior to the FZ70 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX280 HS grades vs the FZ70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX280 HS has outside measurements 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 FZ70 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX280 HS vs the FZ70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and FZ70 is 91 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and FZ70.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FZ70 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.