Canon SX270 HS vs Sony HX99

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon SX270 HS versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) have different sensor sizing.

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The SX270 HS was introduced 6 years prior to the HX99 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX270 HS grades vs the HX99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS features outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX270 HS versus Sony HX99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the HX99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and HX99 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and HX99.

As you can see, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX270 HS having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX99 will result in more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX270 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.