Canon SX280 HS vs Nikon L100

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX280 HS and Nikon L100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the L100 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was unveiled 4 years later than the L100 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX280 HS scores vs the L100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Nikon Coolpix L100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Nikon L100 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS comes with outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon L100 has proportions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS and Nikon L100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX280 HS against the L100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and L100 is 91 and 79 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and L100.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX280 HS to give you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher SX280 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.