Canon SX50 HS vs Panasonic FZ28

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX50 HS versus Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was unveiled 4 years later than the FZ28 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX50 HS scores vs the FZ28 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX50 HS has outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX50 HS versus Panasonic FZ28 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX50 HS compared to the FZ28.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and FZ28 is 65 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX50 HS and FZ28.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX50 HS to result in greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent SX50 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.