Canon SX280 HS vs Nikon W300

Following is a detailed review of the Canon SX280 HS versus Nikon W300, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and W300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was introduced 5 years before the W300 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX280 HS matches up vs the W300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Nikon Coolpix W300. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Nikon W300 has sizing of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX280 HS vs the W300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and W300 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and W300.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon W300 to produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SX280 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.