Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony WX10

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FZ28 versus Sony WX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and WX10 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was launched 24 months prior to the WX10 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FZ28 scores vs the WX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ28 offers physical measurements 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 Sony WX10 has specifications of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FZ28 versus Sony WX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ28 compared to the WX10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and WX10 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ28 and WX10.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony WX10 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.