Canon SX280 HS vs Panasonic S2

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic S2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was announced 15 months later than the S2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX280 HS scores versus the S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS has got physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS versus Panasonic S2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX280 HS versus the S2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and S2 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and S2.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic S2 to give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger SX280 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.