Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic G10

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic G10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the G10 (12MP) is very close but the FZ28 (1/2.3") and G10 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ28 was released 19 months prior to the G10 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FZ28 matches up against the G10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Panasonic G10 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ28 has external dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G10 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic G10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FZ28 and the G10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and G10 is 72 and 72 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and G10.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ28 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic G10 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The older FZ28 will be behind in sensor tech.