Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic ZS3

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was announced 3 years after the ZS3 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX280 HS grades versus the ZS3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX280 HS has outside measurements 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 ZS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic ZS3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX280 HS against the ZS3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and ZS3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and ZS3.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon SX280 HS to give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger SX280 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.