Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic FZ28

Here is a thorough review of the Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL240 was brought out 3 years later than the FZ28 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm SL240 grades vs the FZ28 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL240 has got outer dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm SL240 vs Panasonic FZ28 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 against the FZ28.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL240 and FZ28 is 67 and 72 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm SL240 and FZ28.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm SL240 to offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm SL240 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.