Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon P100

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon P100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the P100 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was introduced 2 years later than the P100 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX270 HS scores vs the P100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Nikon Coolpix P100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Nikon P100 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS has got outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon P100 has measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon P100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the P100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and P100 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and P100.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX270 HS to offer you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger SX270 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.