Canon SX270 HS vs Sony TX9
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Canon SX270 HS vs Sony TX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Launched March 2013
- Previous Model is Canon SX260 HS
- New Model is Canon SX280 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Introduced July 2010

Canon SX270 HS vs Sony TX9 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX270 HS and Sony TX9, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX270 HS was launched 2 years after the TX9 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX270 HS grades against the TX9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX270 HS vs Sony TX9 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Sony TX9
SX270 HS | TX9 | |||
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Introduced | March 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 33 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Canon SX270 HS
TX9 | SX270 HS | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Sony TX9
SX270 HS | TX9 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon SX270 HS vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS features external dimensions 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 Sony TX9 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX270 HS and Sony TX9 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX270 HS vs the TX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and TX9 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX270 HS vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and TX9.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX270 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX270 HS vs Sony TX9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX270 HS vs Sony TX9 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-03-21 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 233g (0.51 pounds) | 149g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $284 | $799 |