Canon SX130 IS vs Canon SX270 HS

The following is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX130 IS and Canon SX270 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are produced by Canon. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the SX270 HS (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The SX130 IS was brought out 3 years earlier than the SX270 HS which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX130 IS grades vs the SX270 HS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Canon PowerShot SX270 HS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Canon SX270 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX130 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Canon SX270 HS has sizing of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX130 IS and Canon SX270 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS versus the SX270 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and SX270 HS is 85 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and SX270 HS.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX130 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.