Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB210

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was launched 21 months after the WB210 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX280 HS grades versus the WB210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Samsung WB210. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS enjoys external measurements 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 WB210 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the WB210.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and WB210 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The pic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and WB210.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB210 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX280 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.