Canon SX280 HS vs FujiFilm S1600

Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX280 HS versus FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the S1600 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was launched 3 years after the S1600 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX280 HS matches up versus the S1600 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS has got external dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the FujiFilm S1600 has sizing of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX280 HS versus FujiFilm S1600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX280 HS against the S1600.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and S1600 is 91 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and S1600.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files though you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger SX280 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.