Canon SX170 IS vs Canon SX260 HS

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX170 IS versus Canon SX260 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are designed by Canon. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and SX260 HS (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was introduced 15 months after the SX260 HS making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX170 IS matches up vs the SX260 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Canon PowerShot SX260 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Canon SX260 HS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX170 IS provides outer measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Canon SX260 HS has proportions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX170 IS versus Canon SX260 HS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX170 IS compared to the SX260 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and SX260 HS is 88 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and SX260 HS.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX170 IS to result in more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The newer SX170 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.