Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon SX280 HS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was brought out 7 months after the Galaxy Camera 3G and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX280 HS scores versus the Galaxy Camera 3G when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys exterior measurements 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX280 HS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX280 HS vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent SX280 HS will have a benefit in sensor technology.