Canon SX270 HS vs Olympus 1s

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX270 HS versus Olympus 1s, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the 1s (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and 1s (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The SX270 HS was released 3 years before the 1s and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the SX270 HS scores versus the 1s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Olympus Stylus 1s. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Olympus 1s Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS offers outer 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) while the Olympus 1s has proportions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX270 HS versus Olympus 1s in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX270 HS against the 1s.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and 1s is 91 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and 1s.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The SX270 HS includes the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh tougher. The older SX270 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.