Canon SX280 HS vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX280 HS versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was unveiled 14 months after the TG-820 iHS which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX280 HS matches up versus the TG-820 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Olympus TG-820 iHS has proportions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX280 HS versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX280 HS versus the TG-820 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and TG-820 iHS is 91 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and TG-820 iHS.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX280 HS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.