Canon SX280 HS vs Nikon AW130

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX280 HS vs Nikon AW130, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and AW130 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was unveiled 23 months before the AW130 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX280 HS grades vs the AW130 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Nikon Coolpix AW130. The full galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Nikon AW130 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon AW130 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX280 HS vs Nikon AW130 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX280 HS vs the AW130.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and AW130 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and AW130.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon AW130 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SX280 HS will be behind in sensor technology.