Canon SX280 HS vs FujiFilm F80EXR

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon SX280 HS and FujiFilm F80EXR, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the F80EXR (12MP) is pretty similar but the SX280 HS (1/2.3") and F80EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX280 HS was unveiled 2 years later than the F80EXR and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX280 HS matches up versus the F80EXR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & FujiFilm F80EXR Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS features outside measurements 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 FujiFilm F80EXR has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the F80EXR.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and F80EXR is 91 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and F80EXR.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SX280 HS includes the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh more difficult. The more recent SX280 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.