Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L26
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Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L26 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Old Model is Canon SX260 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX280 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2012
Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L26 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX270 HS versus Nikon L26, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and L26 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SX270 HS was introduced 14 months later than the L26 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX270 HS matches up against the L26 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L26 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Nikon Coolpix L26. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Nikon L26
SX270 HS | L26 | |||
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Revealed | March 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 14 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Canon SX270 HS
L26 | SX270 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon L26
SX270 HS | L26 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX270 HS features outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Nikon L26 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Canon SX270 HS versus Nikon L26 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX270 HS versus the L26.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and L26 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and L26.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L26 to deliver more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX270 HS provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-03-21 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 6 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 233 grams (0.51 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | 200 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-6L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $284 | $70 |