Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic SZ5

In this article, we are matching up the Canon SX280 HS and Panasonic SZ5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was unveiled 9 months later than the SZ5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX280 HS scores against the SZ5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The full galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS has outer dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS and Panasonic SZ5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX280 HS against the SZ5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and SZ5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and SZ5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ5 to show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent SX280 HS will have an edge in sensor innovation.