Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung WB700

Its time to look closer at the Canon SX280 HS versus Samsung WB700, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was unveiled 2 years after the WB700 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX280 HS scores against the WB700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Samsung WB700. The full galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS has outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX280 HS versus Samsung WB700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the WB700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and WB700 is 91 and 98 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and WB700.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB700 to offer you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX280 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.