Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic LF1

Here is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FZ28 and Panasonic LF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is very similar but the FZ28 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizing.

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The FZ28 was introduced 5 years before the LF1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FZ28 scores versus the LF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ28 offers physical dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has proportions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ28 and Panasonic LF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FZ28 against the LF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and LF1 is 72 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and LF1.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ28 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic LF1 will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older FZ28 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.