Canon SX260 HS vs Canon SX220 HS

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX260 HS vs Canon SX220 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the SX220 HS (12MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 17 months later than the SX220 HS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX260 HS matches up vs the SX220 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Canon SX220 HS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Canon SX220 HS Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS features exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Canon SX220 HS has specifications of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS vs Canon SX220 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX260 HS vs the SX220 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and SX220 HS is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and SX220 HS.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX260 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.