Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX270 HS

Lets look a little more in depth at the Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX270 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the SX270 HS (12MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was launched 4 years earlier than the SX270 HS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX200 IS matches up versus the SX270 HS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Canon PowerShot SX270 HS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Canon SX270 HS Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX200 IS has external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Canon SX270 HS has specifications of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX200 IS vs Canon SX270 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the SX270 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and SX270 HS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and SX270 HS.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older SX200 IS will be behind in sensor technology.