Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony S930
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2009

Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony S930 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic FZ28 versus Sony S930, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FZ28 was revealed within a month of the S930 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FZ28 grades against the S930 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony S930 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Sony S930
FZ28 | S930 | |||
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Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Panasonic FZ28
S930 | FZ28 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ28 and Sony S930
FZ28 | S930 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ28 features outer measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FZ28 versus Sony S930 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ28 against the S930.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and S930 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ28 and S930.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos although you should consider the release date of the products into consideration.

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Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-15 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.4 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 112k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 1/8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 417 grams (0.92 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 27 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 17.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 79 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $599 | $219 |