Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic S2

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic S2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was revealed 15 months after the S2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX270 HS grades vs the S2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS comes with exterior 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 S2 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic S2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX270 HS against the S2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and S2 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The pic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and S2.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic S2 to provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent SX270 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.