Canon PowerShot SX210 IS vs Canon PowerShot SX280 HS

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and the Canon PowerShot SX280 HS, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS was introduced in June 2010 and Canon PowerShot SX280 HS was introduced in March 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX210 IS over Canon PowerShot SX280 HS.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX280 HS over Canon PowerShot SX210 IS.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Canon PowerShot SX280 HS have 3.0" Fixed screens with 230k dot and 461k dot resolutions respectively.

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS features a 14.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600. Canon PowerShot SX280 HS features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

Canon PowerShot SX280 HS has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS is equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4320 x 2432, 3456 x 2592, 2592 x 1944, 2144 x 1608, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios. Canon PowerShot SX280 HS is equipped with DIGIC 6 processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2248, 4000 x 2664, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1200 x 1200, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in GPS on Canon PowerShot SX280 HS

Canon PowerShot SX280 HS has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon PowerShot SX280 HS

Canon PowerShot SX280 HS has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. Canon PowerShot SX210 IS has an HDMI and Canon PowerShot SX280 HS has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS comes with NB-5L battery pack and Canon PowerShot SX280 HS comes with NB-6L battery pack with battery life of 210 shots.

External Storage Slots

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC card slot. Canon PowerShot SX280 HS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/3200 sec on Canon PowerShot SX210 IS, and up to 1/3200 sec on Canon PowerShot SX280 HS. Canon PowerShot SX210 IS can shoot continuously up to 0.7 fps. Canon PowerShot SX280 HS can shoot continuously up to 3.8 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 3.50 m...

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS body has dimensions of 103 x 61 x 38 mm (4.06 x 2.4 x 1.5") and Canon PowerShot SX280 HS body has dimensions of 106 x 63 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.48 x 1.3"). Canon PowerShot SX210 IS weighs 220 g (0.49 lb / 7.76 oz) and Canon PowerShot SX280 HS weighs 233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz).

Canon PowerShot SX210 IS

Canon PowerShot SX280 HS

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