Canon SX270 HS vs Canon SX700 HS
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Canon SX270 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Revealed March 2013
- Superseded the Canon SX260 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX280 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Later Model is Canon SX710 HS
Canon SX270 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Canon SX270 HS versus Canon SX700 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Canon. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and SX700 HS (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SX270 HS was introduced 10 months earlier than the SX700 HS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX270 HS grades versus the SX700 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX270 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Canon PowerShot SX700 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Canon SX700 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Canon SX700 HS
SX270 HS | SX700 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Canon SX270 HS
SX700 HS | SX270 HS | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | March 2013 | More recent by 10 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 461k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Canon SX700 HS
SX270 HS | SX700 HS | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Canon SX270 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys external 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 SX700 HS has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX270 HS versus Canon SX700 HS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX270 HS versus the SX700 HS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and SX700 HS is 91 and 89 respectively.
Canon SX270 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The photograph below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and SX700 HS.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX700 HS to offer more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older SX270 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Canon SX270 HS vs Canon SX700 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-03-21 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | Digic 6 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.2-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | PureColor II G TFT |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/3200 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 233 grams (0.51 lb) | 269 grams (0.59 lb) |
Dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | 250 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $284 | $349 |