Canon SX280 HS vs Sony W350

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX280 HS vs Sony W350, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX280 HS was revealed 3 years after the W350 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX280 HS matches up vs the W350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS features outside measurements 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 W350 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX280 HS versus the W350.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and W350 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX280 HS and W350.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W350 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX280 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.