Canon SX270 HS vs Fujifilm XF1

Its time to look closer at the Canon SX270 HS versus Fujifilm XF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) is very close but the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The SX270 HS was manufactured 7 months later than the Fujifilm XF1 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX270 HS grades against the Fujifilm XF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Fujifilm XF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Fujifilm XF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you'll 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") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XF1 has sizing of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX270 HS against the Fujifilm XF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and Fujifilm XF1 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and Fujifilm XF1.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The SX270 HS uses the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF more difficult. The fresher SX270 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.