Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic S3

Below, we will be matching up the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic S3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was launched 2 years later than the S3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX270 HS scores vs the S3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX270 HS has outside dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic S3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX270 HS and the S3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and S3 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and S3.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic S3 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern SX270 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.