Canon SX280 HS vs Sony HX100V

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX280 HS vs Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was revealed 18 months later than the HX100V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX280 HS matches up versus the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX280 HS offers outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony HX100V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX280 HS against the HX100V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and HX100V is 91 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and HX100V.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony HX100V to show greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer SX280 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.