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Canon PowerShot A4000 IS
Overview - Full review
Huawei Ascend G510
Overview
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS
Overview - Full review
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Overall Scene
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS
Huawei Ascend G510
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS
Score
2/5
This product has not yet been reviewed
4/5
User Score
3/5 (1)
Specifications
Specifications
SensorCCD 16 Mpx, 1/2.3", 56 Mpx/cm
Lens 8x 28 -224 mm f/3 -5.9
StabilisationOptical
ViewfinderN.A.
Screen7.6 mm, TN, 230000 dots, 4:3,Not touch-sensitive
Sensitivity (ISO range)100 - 1600 ISO
Video mode1280 x 720 pixels,25 fps, Mono
Internal memoryN.A.
External memory
Connections
Power sourceN.A. N.A. / NB-11L (2.5Wh)
Waterproofno, N.A.
Shock resistantno, N.A.
Dimensions/Weight58 x 95 x 24 mm / 151 g
Specifications
Operating system (OS)
OS version tested
Screen size
Screen resolution
Weight
Dimensions x x
Camera
Processor -
CPU cores
4G (LTE)
NFC
Battery life: talk-time
Battery life: standby time
Internal memory
Memory card
SAR level
GPU
Specifications
SensorCMOS 12 Mpx, 1/2.3", 42 Mpx/cm
Lens 20x 25 -500 mm f/3.5 -6.8
StabilisationOptical
ViewfinderN.A.
Screen7.5 nm, not TN, 461000 dots, 4:3,Not touch-sensitive
Sensitivity (ISO range)100 - 3200 ISO
Video mode1920 x 1080 pixels,24 fps, Stereo
Internal memoryN.A.
External memory
Connections
Power sourceN.A. N.A. / NA
Waterproofno, N.A.
Shock resistantno, N.A.
Dimensions/Weight63 x 106 x 33 mm / 233 g
Conclusion
The Canon PowerShot A4000 IS is a typical A-series compact—it's a user-friendly entry-level point-and-shoot that takes decent pictures in good light at wide-angle settings. However, some Canon Ixus compacts out-perform both its optics and its electronics while also selling at a lower price (the Ixus 115 HS for example)!
The Canon PowerShot SX280 HS is a successful update of the SX260 HS, bringing Wi-Fi connectivity and the DIGIC 6 image processor for boosted responsiveness and improved picture quality. All in all, this is a very good superzoom compact. Still, competitors are already moving ahead, sometimes with better technology and a wider range of options.
Pros

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Compact design

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Modern look

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Easy to use

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Good build quality, nice design

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Full HD video at 60 fps (progressive scan) with good picture quality and management of light

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Good picture quality in photo mode (quality progresses consistently, images are subtle rather than harsh)

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Good general responsiveness

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Flash only pops up when needed

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New DIGIC 6 image processor

Cons

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TN screen: poor viewing angles, crazy colours and contrast

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Video mode: video noise, contrast, mono sound, digital zoom

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Lens quality isn't consistent at wide-angle settings, lacks sharpness at telephoto

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Limited sensitivity (use 800 ISO if you really must but avoid 1600 ISO)

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Some may not like the electronic pop-up flash mechanism

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Battery life is a little tight (210 photos with GPS off)

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Screen is a little outdated compared with some competitors (resolution could be higher, no touch-controls)

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Limited Wi-Fi functionality