Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-FC100

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX280 HS versus Casio EX-FC100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Casio. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and EX-FC100 (9MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was unveiled 4 years later than the EX-FC100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX280 HS scores vs the EX-FC100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Casio Exilim EX-FC100. The full galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Casio EX-FC100 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS offers external dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Casio EX-FC100 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX280 HS versus Casio EX-FC100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX280 HS and the EX-FC100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and EX-FC100 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and EX-FC100.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX280 HS to produce extra detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The newer SX280 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.