Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon SX270 HS and Canon SX280 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX270 HS has external dimensions of 106 x 63 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.48 x 1.3″) and weighs 233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX280 HS has external dimensions of 106 x 63 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.48 x 1.3″) and weighs 233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX270 HS and the Canon SX280 HS. In this case, we can see that Canon SX270 HS and Canon SX280 HS have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX270 HS and Canon SX280 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX270 HS and Canon SX280 HS have exactly the same weight of 233g.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX270 HS nor Canon PowerShot SX280 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX270 HS and Canon SX280 HS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.