Canon SX270 HS vs Fujifilm F200EXR

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX270 HS versus Fujifilm F200EXR, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm F200EXR (12MP) is pretty well matched but the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F200EXR (1/1.6") possess different sensor sizing.

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The SX270 HS was released 3 years later than the Fujifilm F200EXR and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the Fujifilm F200EXR in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Fujifilm F200EXR Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS comes with external measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Fujifilm F200EXR has proportions of 98mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX270 HS versus Fujifilm F200EXR in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX270 HS versus the Fujifilm F200EXR.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and Fujifilm F200EXR is 91 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and Fujifilm F200EXR.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit different sensor measurements. The SX270 HS provides the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging. The younger SX270 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.