Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S8200

Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX270 HS versus Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and S8200 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was announced 20 months after the S8200 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the S8200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS comes with outside measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8200 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX270 HS versus Nikon S8200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the S8200.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and S8200 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and S8200.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S8200 to result in extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX270 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.