Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony WX80

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony WX80, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and WX80 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was manufactured 5 years before the WX80 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the FZ28 scores versus the WX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ28 comes with outside dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony WX80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ28 against the WX80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and WX80 is 72 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and WX80.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX80 to result in extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.