Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS4
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Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Announced March 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched January 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS3
- Later Model is Panasonic TS5
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The following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic TS4, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SX280 HS was introduced 14 months after the TS4 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX280 HS scores vs the TS4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX280 HS over the Panasonic TS4
| SX280 HS | TS4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | March 2013 | January 2012 | Newer by 14 months | |
| Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
| Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
| Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Canon SX280 HS
| TS4 | SX280 HS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon SX280 HS and Panasonic TS4
| SX280 HS | TS4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS features outside dimensions 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 TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic TS4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX280 HS versus the TS4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and TS4 is 91 and 92 respectively.
Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and TS4.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images but you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer SX280 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Panasonic |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Announced | 2013-03-21 | 2012-01-31 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 6 | Venus Engine FHD |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1300s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 233 gr (0.51 lbs) | 197 gr (0.43 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 210 photographs | 310 photographs |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $325 | $399 |