Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-ZR300

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon SX280 HS vs Casio EX-ZR300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and EX-ZR300 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was brought out 11 months later than the EX-ZR300 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX280 HS scores against the EX-ZR300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR300 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the EX-ZR300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and EX-ZR300 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and EX-ZR300.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR300 to render greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX280 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.