Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic SZ1

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX280 HS and Panasonic SZ1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was revealed 15 months later than the SZ1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX280 HS scores vs the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX280 HS and Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX280 HS versus the SZ1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and SZ1 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and SZ1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ1 to show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX280 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.