Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB150F
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Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Released March 2013
- Older Model is Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Released January 2012
Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX280 HS and Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX280 HS was revealed 15 months after the WB150F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX280 HS matches up versus the WB150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Samsung WB150F. The full galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX280 HS over the Samsung WB150F
SX280 HS | WB150F | |||
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Released | March 2013 | January 2012 | Newer by 15 months | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Canon SX280 HS
WB150F | SX280 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX280 HS and Samsung WB150F
SX280 HS | WB150F | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX280 HS has external measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung WB150F has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX280 HS and Samsung WB150F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX280 HS against the WB150F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and WB150F is 91 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and WB150F.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB150F to provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX280 HS provides an edge in sensor innovation.
Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-03-21 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 233g (0.51 lbs) | 188g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $325 | $230 |