Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS45

Below is a detailed review of the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was brought out 7 years prior to the ZS45 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ28 grades versus the ZS45 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ28 offers outer dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ28 and the ZS45.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ28 and ZS45 is 72 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and ZS45.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS45 to give you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older FZ28 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.