Canon SX270 HS vs Sigma SD9

In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon SX270 HS and Sigma SD9, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX270 HS was brought out 10 years after the SD9 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX270 HS grades against the SD9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Sigma SD9. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS comes with physical measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has sizing of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX270 HS and Sigma SD9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX270 HS versus the SD9.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and SD9 is 91 and 54 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and SD9.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX270 HS due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Canon SX270 HS will produce extra detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent SX270 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.