Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung NX100

Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung NX100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the SX280 HS (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The SX280 HS was announced 2 years later than the NX100 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX280 HS scores versus the NX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS has external 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 Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung NX100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX280 HS and the NX100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and NX100 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and NX100.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX280 HS having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX100 will give more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer SX280 HS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.