Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90
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![Canon PowerShot SX260 HS front Canon PowerShot SX260 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS/Canon-SX260-HS-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90/Panasonic-FX90-front.jpg)
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Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 231g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Launched June 2012
- Older Model is Canon SX240 HS
- New Model is Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Released August 2011
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Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Canon SX260 HS versus Panasonic FX90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SX260 HS was announced 10 months later than the FX90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX260 HS matches up versus the FX90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX260 HS over the Panasonic FX90
SX260 HS | FX90 | |||
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Released | June 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 10 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Canon SX260 HS
FX90 | SX260 HS | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX260 HS and Panasonic FX90
SX260 HS | FX90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX260 HS versus Panasonic FX90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX260 HS versus the FX90.
![Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 size comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and FX90 is 91 and 95 respectively.
![Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 top view buttons comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and FX90.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX260 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.
![Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 sensor size comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-06-04 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231 grams (0.51 pounds) | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | 200 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $349 | $227 |