Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH27

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH27, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and FH27 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SX260 HS was revealed 18 months after the FH27 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX260 HS scores vs the FH27 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The full galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS provides outer dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic FH27 has specifications of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH27 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX260 HS versus the FH27.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and FH27 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and FH27.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH27 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX260 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.