Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS5
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Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS5 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
- Released March 2013
- Previous Model is Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced July 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS4
- Renewed by Panasonic TS6
Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic TS5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and TS5 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe SX280 HS was brought out 3 months before the TS5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX280 HS matches up vs the TS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX280 HS over the Panasonic TS5
SX280 HS | TS5 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Canon SX280 HS
TS5 | SX280 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX280 HS and Panasonic TS5
SX280 HS | TS5 | |||
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Announced | March 2013 | July 2013 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS has external 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 TS5 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX280 HS versus the TS5.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and TS5 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and TS5.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS5 to produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively.
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Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-03-21 | 2013-07-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing 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 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 233 gr (0.51 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | 370 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | DMW-BCM13 |
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 |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $325 | $350 |