Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon SX40 HS and Canon SX270 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX40 HS has external dimensions of 123 x 92 x 108 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 4.25″) and weighs 600 g (1.32 lb / 21.16 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX270 HS has external dimensions of 106 x 63 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.48 x 1.3″) and weighs 233 g (0.51 lb / 8.22 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX40 HS and the Canon SX270 HS. Canon SX270 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 17mm narrower, 29mm shorter and 75mm thinner than Canon SX40 HS.
Comparison image of the Canon SX40 HS and the Canon SX270 HS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX40 HS and Canon SX270 HS.
Top View Comparison image of the Canon SX40 HS and the Canon SX270 HS Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX270 HS is significantly lighter (367g ) than the Canon SX40 HS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS nor Canon PowerShot SX270 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX270 HS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon SX40 HS's 2.7 screen.
On the other hand, Canon SX40 HS sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Canon SX270 HS has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX40 HS.
