Canon SX280 HS vs Sony HX20V

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX280 HS versus Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was revealed 9 months after the HX20V and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX280 HS matches up versus the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX280 HS versus Sony HX20V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX280 HS compared to the HX20V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX280 HS and HX20V is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX280 HS and HX20V.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX20V to result in greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX280 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.