Canon SX170 IS vs Canon SX280 HS

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX170 IS and Canon SX280 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and SX280 HS (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was unveiled 6 months later than the SX280 HS so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX170 IS scores versus the SX280 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Canon PowerShot SX280 HS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Canon SX280 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX170 IS has got external measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Canon SX280 HS has proportions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX170 IS and Canon SX280 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX170 IS against the SX280 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and SX280 HS is 88 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and SX280 HS.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX170 IS to give more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.