Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S1000pj
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Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S1000pj 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
- Previous Model is Canon SX260 HS
- Updated by Canon SX280 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2009

Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
Here is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX270 HS versus Nikon S1000pj, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX270 HS was released 3 years later than the S1000pj and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX270 HS grades against the S1000pj in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Nikon S1000pj
SX270 HS | S1000pj | |||
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Revealed | March 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 45 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Canon SX270 HS
S1000pj | SX270 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon S1000pj
SX270 HS | S1000pj | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS offers outer dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1000pj has sizing of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon SX270 HS versus Nikon S1000pj in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX270 HS vs the S1000pj.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and S1000pj is 91 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The visual below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and S1000pj.
As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX270 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-03-21 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | Expeed |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 233g (0.51 lbs) | 175g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $284 | $289 |