Canon SX280 HS vs Olympus Tough-3000

The following is a complete comparison of the Canon SX280 HS vs Olympus Tough-3000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was introduced 3 years after the Tough-3000 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX280 HS scores against the Tough-3000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS has got 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) whilst the Olympus Tough-3000 has specifications of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS vs Olympus Tough-3000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX280 HS against the Tough-3000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and Tough-3000 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and Tough-3000.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images but you should always consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SX280 HS should have an advantage in sensor innovation.