Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ200
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Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ200 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
- Replaced the Canon SX260 HS
- Later Model is Canon SX280 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
- Announced July 2012
- Previous Model is Panasonic FZ100
- Successor is Panasonic FZ300
Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ200 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX270 HS was launched 9 months after the FZ200 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX270 HS grades versus the FZ200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ200 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Panasonic FZ200
SX270 HS | FZ200 | |||
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Announced | March 2013 | July 2012 | Newer by 9 months | |
Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ200 over the Canon SX270 HS
FZ200 | SX270 HS | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Panasonic FZ200
SX270 HS | FZ200 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ200 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS comes with outer dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ200 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX270 HS and the FZ200.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and FZ200 is 91 and 65 respectively.
Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and FZ200.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer SX270 HS provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-03-21 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | Venus Engine VII FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,312k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 13.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (240, 120, 30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 233 gr (0.51 lb) | 588 gr (1.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | 540 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $284 | $499 |