Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-FH25

Let's look much closer at the Canon SX280 HS versus Casio EX-FH25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the EX-FH25 (10MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was manufactured 2 years after the EX-FH25 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX280 HS matches up against the EX-FH25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Casio Exilim EX-FH25. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Casio EX-FH25 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS offers outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-FH25 has measurements of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS versus Casio EX-FH25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX280 HS and the EX-FH25.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and EX-FH25 is 91 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and EX-FH25.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX280 HS to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX280 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.