Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung SL620

Following is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX280 HS and Samsung SL620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was released 4 years after the SL620 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX280 HS scores vs the SL620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Samsung SL620. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX280 HS features outside 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) while the Samsung SL620 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX280 HS and the SL620.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and SL620 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and SL620.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX280 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.