Canon SX280 HS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1

Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX280 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was unveiled 3 years after the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX280 HS grades vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX280 HS provides physical 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) whilst the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 has dimensions of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX280 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The image here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX280 HS to give more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer SX280 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.