Canon SX280 HS vs Nikon P7800

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon SX280 HS vs Nikon P7800, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the P7800 (12MP) is relatively similar but the SX280 HS (1/2.3") and P7800 (1/1.7") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The SX280 HS was revealed 8 months before the P7800 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX280 HS matches up vs the P7800 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Nikon Coolpix P7800. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Nikon P7800 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys 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) and the Nikon P7800 has dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX280 HS vs the P7800.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and P7800 is 91 and 82 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and P7800.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The SX280 HS offers the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged SX280 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.