Canon T6i vs Canon SX280 HS

The following is a in-depth overview of the Canon T6i versus Canon SX280 HS, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Canon. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the T6i (24MP) and SX280 HS (12MP) and the T6i (APS-C) and SX280 HS (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The T6i was brought out 23 months after the SX280 HS making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon T6i being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the T6i grades versus the SX280 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS Rebel T6i & Canon PowerShot SX280 HS. The entire galleries are available at Canon T6i Gallery & Canon SX280 HS Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon T6i provides external dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Canon SX280 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the T6i and the SX280 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T6i and SX280 HS is 66 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the T6i and SX280 HS.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The T6i due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon T6i will offer greater detail having its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern T6i is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.