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 GoPro Hero8 Black and Canon SX280 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. GoPro Hero8 Black has external dimensions of 66 x 49 x 28 mm (2.61 x 1.91 x 1.12″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 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 GoPro Hero8 Black and the Canon SX280 HS. GoPro Hero8 Black is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 40mm narrower, 14mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Canon SX280 HS.
Comparison image of the GoPro Hero8 Black and the Canon SX280 HS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of GoPro Hero8 Black and Canon SX280 HS.
Top View Comparison image of the GoPro Hero8 Black and the Canon SX280 HS Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
GoPro Hero8 Black is significantly lighter (107g ) than the Canon SX280 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the Hero8 Black has a big advantage over the SX280 HS which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX280 HS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than GoPro Hero8 Black's 2″ screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
