Canon SX260 HS vs Canon SX400 IS

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX260 HS versus Canon SX400 IS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Canon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and SX400 IS (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was introduced 3 years prior to the SX400 IS and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX260 HS grades vs the SX400 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Canon PowerShot SX400 IS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Canon SX400 IS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS offers exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Canon SX400 IS has dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX260 HS versus Canon SX400 IS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX260 HS and the SX400 IS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and SX400 IS is 91 and 81 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and SX400 IS.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX400 IS to deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SX260 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.