Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung NX20

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX270 HS and Samsung NX20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and NX20 (20MP) and the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The SX270 HS was announced 12 months after the NX20 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX270 HS scores against the NX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS has got external measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX270 HS and Samsung NX20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the NX20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and NX20 is 91 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The pic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and NX20.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX270 HS using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX20 will offer greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent SX270 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.