Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S640

Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S640, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was brought out 3 years later than the S640 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX270 HS scores against the S640 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Nikon Coolpix S640. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Nikon S640 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Nikon S640 has sizing of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S640 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the S640.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and S640 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and S640.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX270 HS will have a benefit in sensor tech.