Canon SX280 HS vs Canon SX60 HS

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX280 HS and Canon SX60 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both built by Canon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and SX60 HS (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was launched 18 months before the SX60 HS making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX280 HS matches up versus the SX60 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Canon PowerShot SX60 HS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Canon SX60 HS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys exterior dimensions 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 SX60 HS has sizing of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Check the Canon SX280 HS and Canon SX60 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX280 HS versus the SX60 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and SX60 HS is 91 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and SX60 HS.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX60 HS to produce more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX280 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.