Canon SX270 HS vs Sony S950

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX270 HS and Sony S950, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was launched 4 years after the S950 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the S950 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys outside 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) and the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX270 HS and Sony S950 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX270 HS vs the S950.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and S950 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and S950.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX270 HS to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern SX270 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.