Canon SX280 HS vs Canon SX510 HS

Following is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX280 HS and Canon SX510 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Canon. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the SX510 HS (12MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was manufactured 5 months before the SX510 HS and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX280 HS scores against the SX510 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Canon PowerShot SX510 HS. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Canon SX510 HS Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS offers external measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Canon SX510 HS has measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the SX510 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and SX510 HS is 91 and 80 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and SX510 HS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration.