Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung NX5

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon SX270 HS versus Samsung NX5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very similar but the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX270 HS was manufactured 2 years after the NX5 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX270 HS grades versus the NX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys exterior measurements 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 Samsung NX5 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX270 HS versus Samsung NX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX270 HS vs the NX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and NX5 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and NX5.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX270 HS because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX5 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent SX270 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.