Canon SX280 HS vs Olympus 6010

Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX280 HS versus Olympus 6010, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was announced 3 years later than the 6010 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX280 HS grades vs the 6010 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Olympus 6010 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS provides outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Olympus 6010 has measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the 6010.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and 6010 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and 6010.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you might want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX280 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.