The PowerShot SX280 HS is a compact point-and-shoot camera with a 12.1MP CMOS sensor and the DIGIC 6 image processor which creates sharp, high-resolution photos and Full HD 1080/60p videos. It provides a 20x optical zoom lens with a 35mm focal length equivalency of 25-500mm for a full range of shooting options from wide-angle to super-telephoto. Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity allows you to transfer images wirelessly to your computer and by downloading Canon’s free CameraWindow app you can instantly pass images to your iOS or Android devices and share them. A GPS Tracking device marks the location all your shots were taken and allows you to create maps of your shooting with free Canon software.
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SX280 HS Price
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS – $329.00.
Where to Buy Canon SX280 HS
Black
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| Amazon.com | Pre-Order |
| Adorama.com | Pre-Order |
| B&H Photo Video | Pre-Order |
Red
| Store | Buy Now |
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| Amazon.com | Pre-Order |
| Adorama.com | Pre-Order |
| B&H Photo Video | Pre-Order |
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS Specifications
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| Body type | Compact | |
| Sensor | ||
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | ? |
| Other resolutions | 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 | ? |
| Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | ? |
| Effective pixels | 12.1 megapixels | ? |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3″ (6.17 x 4.55 mm) | ? |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | ? |
| Processor | Digic 6 | |
| Image | ||
| ISO | Auto 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400 | ? |
| White balance presets | 6 | ? |
| Custom white balance | Yes (1) | ? |
| Image stabilization | Optical | ? |
| Uncompressed format | No | |
| JPEG quality levels | Superfine, Fine | ? |
| Optics & Focus | ||
| Focal length (equiv.) | 25–500 mm | |
| Optical zoom | 20× | |
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| Digital zoom | Yes (4x) | |
| Manual focus | Yes | ? |
| Macro focus range | 5 cm (1.97″) | ? |
| Lens mount | None | |
| Screen / viewfinder | ||
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | ? |
| Screen size | 3″ | ? |
| Screen dots | 461,000 | ? |
| Touch screen | No | |
| Live view | Yes | ? |
| Viewfinder type | None | ? |
| Photography features | ||
| Maximum aperture | F3.5 – F6.8 | ? |
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 sec | ? |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 sec | ? |
| Aperture priority | Yes | ? |
| Shutter priority | Yes | ? |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes | |
| Built-in flash | Yes | |
| Flash range | 3.5 m | |
| External flash | Yes (optional HF-DC2) | |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | |
| Continuous drive | Yes (3.8 fps) | ? |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | |
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| Exposure compensation | ±2 (at 1/3 EV steps) | ? |
| WB Bracketing | No | ? |
| Videography features | ||
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| Microphone | Stereo | |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | |
| Storage | ||
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC | ? |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | ? |
| HDMI | Yes (Mini) | ? |
| Wireless | Built-In | ? |
| Remote control | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmentally sealed | No | |
| Battery | Battery Pack | |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion NB-6L rechargeable battery & charger | |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 210 | |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz) | |
| Dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.48 x 1.3″) | |
| Other features | ||
| Timelapse recording | No | ? |
| GPS | BuiltIn | |
| GPS notes | A-GPS (Assisted GPS) supported. GPS tagging, GPS Logger, automatic time update | |
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS Release Date
The Canon PowerShot SX280 HS starts shipping on April 30, 2013.
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS Sample Iamges
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