Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-Z16

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-Z16, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z16 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the EX-Z16 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX280 HS grades against the EX-Z16 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Casio Exilim EX-Z16. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Casio EX-Z16 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z16 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the EX-Z16.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and EX-Z16 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and EX-Z16.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images however you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX280 HS will have a benefit in sensor technology.