Canon SX270 HS vs Fujifilm S9900w

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX270 HS versus Fujifilm S9900w, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was manufactured 22 months before the Fujifilm S9900w which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX270 HS grades against the Fujifilm S9900w for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Fujifilm S9900w. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S9900w Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS features outer dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9900w has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX270 HS versus the Fujifilm S9900w.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and Fujifilm S9900w is 91 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and Fujifilm S9900w.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm S9900w to deliver extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged SX270 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.