Canon SX270 HS vs Canon SX50 HS

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX270 HS and Canon SX50 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the SX50 HS (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was released 3 months later than the SX50 HS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX270 HS grades versus the SX50 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Canon PowerShot SX50 HS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Canon SX50 HS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX270 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Canon SX50 HS has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX270 HS and Canon SX50 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the SX50 HS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and SX50 HS is 91 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and SX50 HS.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you need to take the release date of the cameras into account.