Canon SX270 HS vs Canon SX520 HS

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX270 HS versus Canon SX520 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are offered by Canon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and SX520 HS (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was revealed 16 months prior to the SX520 HS making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX270 HS scores versus the SX520 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Canon PowerShot SX520 HS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Canon SX520 HS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys external 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) and the Canon SX520 HS has specifications of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the SX520 HS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and SX520 HS is 91 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and SX520 HS.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX520 HS to provide more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX270 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.