Canon SX280 HS vs Olympus SP-810 UZ

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX280 HS and Olympus SP-810 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the SP-810 UZ (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was brought out 21 months later than the SP-810 UZ which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX280 HS scores versus the SP-810 UZ when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Olympus SP-810 UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX280 HS offers exterior measurements 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 Olympus SP-810 UZ has dimensions of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

See the Canon SX280 HS and Olympus SP-810 UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the SP-810 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and SP-810 UZ is 91 and 78 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and SP-810 UZ.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SP-810 UZ to produce extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern SX280 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.