Canon SX280 HS vs Sony HX80

Following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX280 HS and Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the SX280 HS (12MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was manufactured 4 years before the HX80 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX280 HS grades against the HX80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX280 HS has got external measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS and Sony HX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX280 HS and the HX80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and HX80 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX280 HS and HX80.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX80 to give you extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX280 HS is going to be behind in sensor technology.