Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung PL170

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung PL170, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was released 2 years after the PL170 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX280 HS grades against the PL170 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Samsung PL170. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS has got exterior 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) whilst the Samsung PL170 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX280 HS and the PL170.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and PL170 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The picture below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and PL170.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung PL170 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher SX280 HS should have an edge in sensor technology.