Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic LZ30

Here is a in depth review of the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was announced 3 months later than the LZ30 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX280 HS scores versus the LZ30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS has outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic LZ30 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic LZ30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX280 HS vs the LZ30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and LZ30 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and LZ30.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ30 to offer extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively.