Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L24
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Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L24 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
- Released March 2013
- Replaced the Canon SX260 HS
- Later Model is Canon SX280 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2011
Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L24 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon L24, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the L24 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Supernova astonishes astronomers in ancient 12th century observationsThe SX270 HS was revealed 2 years later than the L24 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX270 HS grades vs the L24 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L24 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Nikon Coolpix L24. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Nikon L24 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Nikon L24
SX270 HS | L24 | |||
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Revealed | March 2013 | February 2011 | Fresher by 26 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Canon SX270 HS
L24 | SX270 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon L24
SX270 HS | L24 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L24 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS features exterior measurements 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 Nikon L24 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
See the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon L24 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX270 HS versus the L24.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and L24 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L24 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and L24.
As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon L24 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer SX270 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L24 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Nikon Coolpix L24 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Nikon Coolpix L24 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-03-21 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
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) | 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 233 gr (0.51 pounds) | 182 gr (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 pictures | 220 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-6L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $284 | $119 |