Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L110
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Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L110 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Announced March 2013
- Earlier Model is Canon SX260 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX280 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Announced February 2010
- Superseded the Nikon L100
- Refreshed by Nikon L120

Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L110 Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon L110, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the L110 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX270 HS was introduced 3 years later than the L110 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX270 HS matches up against the L110 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L110 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Nikon Coolpix L110. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Nikon L110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Nikon L110
SX270 HS | L110 | |||
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Announced | March 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 39 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Canon SX270 HS
L110 | SX270 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon L110
SX270 HS | L110 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L110 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS comes with outer 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 Nikon L110 has specifications of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon L110 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX270 HS and the L110.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and L110 is 91 and 77 respectively.

Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L110 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and L110.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of images but you might want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SX270 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L110 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Nikon Coolpix L110 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Nikon Coolpix L110 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-03-21 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 13.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 233 gr (0.51 pounds) | 406 gr (0.90 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $284 | $280 |