Canon SX270 HS vs FujiFilm S1800

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX270 HS and FujiFilm S1800, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the S1800 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was unveiled 3 years after the S1800 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the S1800 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & FujiFilm FinePix S1800. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & FujiFilm S1800 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS has exterior dimensions 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 S1800 has sizing of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX270 HS and FujiFilm S1800 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX270 HS and the S1800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and S1800 is 91 and 78 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and S1800.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of files although you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger SX270 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.