Canon SX260 HS vs Canon SX280 HS

Below is a extended assessment of the Canon SX260 HS and Canon SX280 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both manufactured by Canon. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the SX280 HS (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was launched 9 months earlier than the SX280 HS so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX260 HS scores vs the SX280 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Canon PowerShot SX280 HS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Canon SX280 HS Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Canon SX280 HS has specifications of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX260 HS vs the SX280 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and SX280 HS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and SX280 HS.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older SX260 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.