Canon SX270 HS vs Sony a3500

Here is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX270 HS versus Sony a3500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and a3500 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX270 HS was launched 12 months earlier than the a3500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX270 HS matches up versus the a3500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Sony Alpha a3500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS has exterior measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

See the Canon SX270 HS versus Sony a3500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX270 HS versus the a3500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and a3500 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and a3500.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX270 HS due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony a3500 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SX270 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.