Canon S120 vs Canon SX270 HS

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon S120 versus Canon SX270 HS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Canon. The sensor resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the SX270 HS (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S120 (1/1.7") and SX270 HS (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The S120 was brought out 9 months after the SX270 HS and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S120 scores versus the SX270 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S120 & Canon PowerShot SX270 HS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S120 Gallery & Canon SX270 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon S120 has external dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Canon SX270 HS has measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S120 compared to the SX270 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S120 and SX270 HS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S120 and SX270 HS.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The S120 features the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler. The more modern S120 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.