Canon SX270 HS vs Canon SX60 HS

Following is a in depth review of the Canon SX270 HS versus Canon SX60 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by Canon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and SX60 HS (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was unveiled 18 months prior to the SX60 HS which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX270 HS scores against the SX60 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Canon PowerShot SX60 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Canon SX60 HS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX270 HS comes with physical measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Canon SX60 HS has dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX270 HS versus Canon SX60 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX270 HS and the SX60 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and SX60 HS is 91 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and SX60 HS.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX60 HS to result in extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX270 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.