Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax E70

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax E70, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was announced 4 years later than the E70 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX280 HS scores vs the E70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Pentax Optio E70. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS has got physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Pentax E70 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX280 HS and the E70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and E70 is 91 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and E70.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX280 HS to provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher SX280 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.