Canon SX160 IS vs Canon SX280 HS

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon SX160 IS vs Canon SX280 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both designed by Canon. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and SX280 HS (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was revealed 4 months after the SX280 HS and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX160 IS matches up against the SX280 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Canon PowerShot SX280 HS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Canon SX280 HS Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys outer measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Canon SX280 HS has measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX160 IS vs Canon SX280 HS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX160 IS and the SX280 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and SX280 HS is 86 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and SX280 HS.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX160 IS to give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively.