Canon PowerShot SX280 HS

The Canon PowerShot SX280 HS puts 20x zoom in your pocket, along with Wi-Fi, GPS, and 1080p60 video capture. It's an ideal travel camera, and earns our Editors' Choice award.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • Built-in Wi-Fi technology allows you to wirelessly transfer your images to social networking sites through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY
  • Upload virtually anywhere on your iOS or Android device with free download of the Canon Camera Window app
  • Capture breathtaking 1080p full HD video capture at 60fps
  • 12.1 megapixel, 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor and Canon DIGIC 6 image processor for improved low-light performance up to ISO 6400 and enhanced image quality
  • Powerful 20x optical zoom and 25mm wide-angle lens with Optical Image Stabilizer

PROS

+ Sharp lens.
+ 20x zoom range.
+ Speedy performer.
+ GPS.
+ Wi-Fi.
+ 1080p60 video capture.

CONS

- Narrow aperture.
- Smudged details at high ISOs.
- Not the sharpest LCD.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on May 10, 2013
The Canon PowerShot SX280 HS puts 20x zoom in your pocket, along with Wi-Fi, GPS, and 1080p60 video capture. It's an ideal travel camera, and earns our Editors' Choice award.
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