Canon SX270 HS vs Fujifilm S4500

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX270 HS vs Fujifilm S4500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was revealed 15 months after the Fujifilm S4500 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the Fujifilm S4500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S4500. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S4500 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S4500 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX270 HS vs Fujifilm S4500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX270 HS versus the Fujifilm S4500.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and Fujifilm S4500 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and Fujifilm S4500.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S4500 to render greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX270 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.