Canon SX270 HS vs FujiFilm T300

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX270 HS and FujiFilm T300, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the T300 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was announced 21 months later than the T300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX270 HS grades vs the T300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & FujiFilm FinePix T300. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & FujiFilm T300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS has 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) and the FujiFilm T300 has specifications of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX270 HS against the T300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and T300 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and T300.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the FujiFilm T300 to show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent SX270 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.