Canon SX60 HS vs Panasonic FZ28

Below, we are reviewing the Canon SX60 HS and Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was revealed 5 years later than the FZ28 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX60 HS grades vs the FZ28 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX60 HS comes with exterior measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Check the Canon SX60 HS and Panasonic FZ28 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX60 HS and the FZ28.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and FZ28 is 61 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX60 HS and FZ28.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX60 HS to give you greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer SX60 HS will have a benefit in sensor tech.