Canon SX280 HS vs Fujifilm S9900w

Lets look closer at the Canon SX280 HS versus Fujifilm S9900w, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was released 22 months prior to the Fujifilm S9900w which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX280 HS matches up versus the Fujifilm S9900w in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Fujifilm S9900w. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S9900w Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS has outside measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9900w has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX280 HS versus Fujifilm S9900w in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX280 HS and the Fujifilm S9900w.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and Fujifilm S9900w is 91 and 61 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and Fujifilm S9900w.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm S9900w to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older SX280 HS is going to be behind in sensor technology.