Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic S1

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was brought out 2 years later than the S1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX270 HS grades vs the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS has got exterior measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX270 HS against the S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and S1 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The visual here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and S1.

All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX270 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.