Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung GX-10

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon SX280 HS and Samsung GX-10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the GX-10 (10MP) is relatively close but the SX280 HS (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The SX280 HS was announced 6 years after the GX-10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX280 HS scores versus the GX-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Samsung GX-10. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung GX-10 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX280 HS and Samsung GX-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX280 HS and the GX-10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and GX-10 is 91 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and GX-10.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX280 HS using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Canon SX280 HS will result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent SX280 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.