Canon SX280 HS vs Nikon S6200

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX280 HS versus Nikon S6200, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and S6200 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was revealed 20 months later than the S6200 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX280 HS scores vs the S6200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Nikon Coolpix S6200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Nikon S6200 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS features exterior 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 Nikon S6200 has measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Canon SX280 HS versus Nikon S6200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX280 HS and the S6200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and S6200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and S6200.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S6200 to deliver more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX280 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.