Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic FZ28

Below is a complete overview of the Panasonic FZ200 and Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was announced 3 years later than the FZ28 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FZ200 matches up versus the FZ28 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ200 offers external measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Panasonic FZ200 and Panasonic FZ28 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ200 and the FZ28.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and FZ28 is 65 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ200 and FZ28.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FZ200 to provide greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern FZ200 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.