Canon SX280 HS vs Sony W310

Here is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX280 HS versus Sony W310, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was introduced 3 years later than the W310 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX280 HS grades versus the W310 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX280 HS Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX280 HS comes with 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) whilst the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX280 HS versus Sony W310 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX280 HS vs the W310.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX280 HS and W310 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and W310.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photos but you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern SX280 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.