Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung WB750

Following is a extended overview of the Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung WB750, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was unveiled 19 months after the WB750 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX270 HS matches up versus the WB750 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Samsung WB750. The full galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS features outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB750 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the WB750.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and WB750 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and WB750.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB750 to give more detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer SX270 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.