Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic SZ1

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic SZ1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the SZ1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FZ28 scores versus the SZ1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ28 features external measurements 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 SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FZ28 versus the SZ1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and SZ1 is 72 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ28 and SZ1.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to deliver more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 is going to be behind in sensor tech.