Canon SX270 HS vs FujiFilm AV200

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SX270 HS vs FujiFilm AV200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the AV200 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was launched 2 years later than the AV200 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX270 HS scores versus the AV200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and FujiFilm FinePix AV200. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and FujiFilm AV200 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS offers outside measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the FujiFilm AV200 has measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX270 HS vs FujiFilm AV200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX270 HS and the AV200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and AV200 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and AV200.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm AV200 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer SX270 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.