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Canon PowerShot SX270 HS Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~ÂŁ180Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:227 gBattery life (CIPA):210 shots

Canon PowerShot SX270 HS Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.6

Overall score

Score
4.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

90%

4.2

Technical score

10%

7.8

User score

â–ĽWorse than 76% of cameras
4.2

Technical score

Technical score
4.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

28%

4.8

Sensor & Image

25%

3.0

Photo Features

18%

4.7

Video & Audio

14%

5.7

Display & Design

8%

3.4

Battery & Power

7%

2.6

Connectivity & Storage

â–ĽWorse than 82% of cameras
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on 220 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–ĽWorse than 84% of cameras
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Technical Specifications of camera Canon PowerShot SX270 HS

Technical score
Technical score
4.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

28%

4.8

Sensor & Image

25%

3.0

Photo Features

18%

4.7

Video & Audio

14%

5.7

Display & Design

8%

3.4

Battery & Power

7%

2.6

Connectivity & Storage

4.2
User score
User score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on 220 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
7.5/ 10
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An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–˛ Better than 72% of models
Popularity:
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS has a popularity score of 7.5, which is higher than 71.6% of cameras.
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

60%

4.6

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

6.1
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–Ľ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
12.1 MP
Main camera megapixels
12.1 MP
â–Ľ Worse than 87% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 12.1 MP, which is lower than that of 86.6% of cameras and equal to that of 6.9% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.54 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.54 µm
â–Ľ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.54 µm, which are smaller than those in 62.2% of cameras and the same size as those in 2.2% of cameras.
Base ISO
80
Base ISO
80
â–Ľ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 80 which is lower than that of 80.3% of cameras and equal to that of 15.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 6400 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 6,400
â–Ľ Worse than 47% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 6,400, which is higher than that of 37.3% of cameras and equal to that of 16.2% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–Ľ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
1
N. of focus points
1
â–Ľ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 1 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 95.4% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 4.6% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–Ľ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–˛ Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1920 px
Max video resolution
1920 px
â–˛ Better than 29% of models
This camera supports 1920 px video recording which is higher quality than that of 28.7% of cameras and equal to that of 47.1% of cameras.
Video bitrate
35 Mbps
Video bitrate
35 Mbps
â–˛ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 35 Mbps which is higher than that of 53.8% of cameras and equal to that of 3.4% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–Ľ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–Ľ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
H.264
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Type
compact
Weight
227 g
Weight
227 g
â–˛ Better than 73% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 227 g which is lighter than 72.7% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.2% of cameras.
Width
106.4 mm
Width
106.4 mm
â–˛ Better than 72% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 106.4 mm which is narrower than 72.4% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
Height
61.1 mm
Height
61.1 mm
â–˛ Better than 76% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 61.1 mm which is shorter than 75.5% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
Thickness
32.6 mm
Thickness
32.6 mm
â–˛ Better than 73% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 32.6 mm which is thinner than 72.8% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
210 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
210 shots
â–Ľ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 210 shots, which is shorter than that of 86.9% of cameras and equal to that of 3.4% of cameras.
Battery capacity
1,000 mAh
Battery capacity
1,000 mAh
â–Ľ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 1,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 69.5% of cameras and equal to those in 2.4% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–˛ Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–Ľ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–Ľ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–Ľ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–Ľ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Canon PowerShot SX270 HS vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Slow-motion video
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 61% of models
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
    Supports up to 240 fps high-speed video.
  • 168 g lighter
    Weight
    227 g
    â–˛ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (227 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    227 g vs 395 g
  • 12.8 mm shorter body
    Height
    61.1 mm
    â–˛ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (61.1 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    61.1 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 13.5 mm narrower
    Width
    106.4 mm
    â–˛ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (106.4 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    106.4 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 13.4 mm thinner
    Thickness
    32.6 mm
    â–˛ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (32.6 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    32.6 mm vs 46 mm
  • 168 g lighter
    Weight
    227 g
    â–˛ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (227 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    227 g vs 395 g
  • 12.8 mm shorter body
    Height
    61.1 mm
    â–˛ Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (61.1 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    61.1 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 13.5 mm narrower
    Width
    106.4 mm
    â–˛ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (106.4 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    106.4 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 13.4 mm thinner
    Thickness
    32.6 mm
    â–˛ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (32.6 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    32.6 mm vs 46 mm
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Slow-motion video
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 61% of models
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
    Supports up to 240 fps high-speed video.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–Ľ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    12.1 MP
    â–Ľ Worse than 87% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 1.5 stops less CIPA-rated stabilization
    Image stabilization rating (CIPA)
    2.5 stops
    â–Ľ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <2.5 stops – >7.5 stops
    This camera offers less CIPA-rated stabilization than the average camera (2.5 stops vs 4 stops). The average camera reaches 4 stops.
    2.5 stops vs 4 stops
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 1.8 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.54 µm
    â–Ľ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.5 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.54 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 120 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    210 shots
    â–Ľ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (210 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    210 shots vs 330 shots
  • 22 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    1
    â–Ľ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (1 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    1 vs 23
  • 3% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 10
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    Canon PowerShot SX270 HS has a lower user score than the average camera (7.77 vs 8.000).
    7.77 vs 8
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–Ľ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    12.1 MP
    â–Ľ Worse than 87% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 1.8 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.54 µm
    â–Ľ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.5 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.54 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 1.5 stops less CIPA-rated stabilization
    Image stabilization rating (CIPA)
    2.5 stops
    â–Ľ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <2.5 stops – >7.5 stops
    This camera offers less CIPA-rated stabilization than the average camera (2.5 stops vs 4 stops). The average camera reaches 4 stops.
    2.5 stops vs 4 stops
  • 22 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    1
    â–Ľ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (1 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    1 vs 23
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 1.9 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    3.8 fps
    â–Ľ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (3.8 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    3.8 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 120 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    210 shots
    â–Ľ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (210 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    210 shots vs 330 shots
  • 120 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,000 mAh
    â–Ľ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (1000 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    1,000 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • Older HDMI version
    HDMI version
    1.3
    â–Ľ Worse than 53% of models
    This camera uses HDMI 1.3, while the average camera uses HDMI 1.4.
    1.3 vs 1.4

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Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Canon PowerShot SX270 HS

  • Impressive 20x optical zoom (25-500mm equivalent) for its compact size
  • Compact and lightweight design, making it highly portable and 'pocketable'
  • Solid build quality with a sturdy mixture of metal and plastic
  • Fast startup, shutdown, and general operation speeds
  • Capable of Full HD (1080p) video recording at 60fps
  • Effective image stabilisation, especially useful when using the long zoom range
  • Instant flash charging and firing, improving usability for indoor shots

What we don't like about Canon PowerShot SX270 HS

  • Poor battery life, particularly when recording video or using the zoom extensively
  • Lack of RAW image capture capability, limiting post-processing options
  • Small maximum aperture (f/3.5-6.8) which limits performance in low-light conditions
  • No built-in Wi-Fi or GPS (unlike its sibling model, the SX280 HS)
  • Small 1/2.3-inch sensor can lead to lower image quality compared to modern smartphones or larger-sensor cameras
  • Fixed LCD screen lacks touch capability or tilt/articulation features
  • No built-in viewfinder, making it difficult to compose shots in bright sunlight

Verdict

The Canon PowerShot SX270 HS is a versatile travel-zoom compact featuring a 12.1-megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor paired with the DIGIC 6 image processor, which enhances low-light performance up to ISO 6400. Its standout feature is a 20x optical zoom lens with a 35mm equivalent focal length of 25–500mm, supported by an advanced 5-axis Intelligent Image Stabilisation system for steady shots. Main pros include its capability to record smooth Full HD 1080p video at 60fps, high-speed burst shooting up to 14fps, and full manual exposure controls (Av, Tv, M) for creative flexibility. However, notable cons include a relatively short battery life (rated at approximately 210–220 shots), the lack of built-in Wi-Fi and GPS found in its sibling model, and no support for RAW image files.

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