Canon SX280 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon SX280 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was brought out 4 years later than the Fujifilm S2000HD and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S2000HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX280 HS scores vs the Fujifilm S2000HD in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Fujifilm S2000HD has specifications of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX280 HS and the Fujifilm S2000HD.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD is 91 and 75 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX280 HS to deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer SX280 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.