Canon SX270 HS vs Fujifilm J30

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX270 HS versus Fujifilm J30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was launched 3 years later than the Fujifilm J30 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm J30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX270 HS matches up versus the Fujifilm J30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Fujifilm FinePix J30. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Fujifilm J30 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Fujifilm J30 has sizing of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX270 HS versus Fujifilm J30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX270 HS and the Fujifilm J30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and Fujifilm J30 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and Fujifilm J30.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX270 HS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.