Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax X90

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX280 HS vs Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was released 2 years later than the X90 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX280 HS grades against the X90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Pentax X90. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS provides exterior dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX280 HS vs the X90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and X90 is 91 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and X90.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files though you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX280 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.