Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S3300

Here is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX270 HS versus Nikon S3300, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and S3300 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was announced 14 months later than the S3300 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX270 HS matches up against the S3300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Nikon Coolpix S3300. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Nikon S3300 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS provides exterior measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon S3300 has proportions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX270 HS versus Nikon S3300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX270 HS and the S3300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and S3300 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and S3300.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S3300 to show more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The younger SX270 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.