Canon PowerShot SX240 HS vs Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and the Canon PowerShot SX260 HS, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS was introduced in February 2012 and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS was introduced in June 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS Highlights

      • 12 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 461k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2.4 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS Highlights

      • 12.1 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 461k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2.4 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-in GPS
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Canon PowerShot SX240 HS
      4. Advantage of Canon PowerShot SX260 HS
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS.

      PROS

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 224 g (0.49 lb / 7.90 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Light - 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/3200 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.4 fps
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/3200 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.4 fps
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon SX240 HS
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX240 HS over Canon PowerShot SX260 HS.

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS vs Canon PowerShot SX260 HS
      Lighter 224 g (0.49 lb / 7.90 oz) vs 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz)

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      Canon SX210 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Canon SX280 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX200 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX230 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX270 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon R10
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Fujifilm XQ1
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      2/3-inch

      12 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Sony a7 III
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Advantage of Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      Canon SX260 HS
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX260 HS over Canon PowerShot SX240 HS.

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS vs Canon PowerShot SX260 HS
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12 Megapixel vs 12.1 Megapixel
      Built-in GPS vs

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      Canon SX200 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX230 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX210 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Canon SX280 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX270 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony a7R IV
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      Full Frame

      61.0 MP

      Sony a6400
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Canon PowerShot SX240 HS Canon PowerShot SX260 HS
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO3,2003,200
        Face Detection
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Mini Mini
        Light224 g (0.49 lb / 7.90 oz)231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Canon PowerShot SX240 HS Canon PowerShot SX260 HS
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor12 Megapixel12.1 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Focus Points99
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen461k dot461k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/3200 sec1/3200 sec
        Low Max Continuous Shooting2.4 fps2.4 fps
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life230 shots230 shots

      Screen

      Screen

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS have 3.0" Fixed screens with 461k dot resolution.

      Sensor

      BSI-CMOS Sensor

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS features a 12 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200. Canon PowerShot SX260 HS features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200.

      The cameras have BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

      Photography Features

      Cameras are equipped with DIGIC 5 processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. They can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2248, 4000 x 2664, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1880, 2816 x 1584, 2112 x 2112, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1200 x 1200, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in GPS on Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Canon PowerShot SX240 HS has a Mini HDMI and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS come with NB-6L battery pack with battery life of 230 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/3200 sec on Canon PowerShot SX240 HS, and up to 1/3200 sec on Canon PowerShot SX260 HS. Cameras can shoot continuously up to 2.4 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 3.50 m.. They also accept external flash..

      Physical Parameters

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS bodies have the same dimensions of 106 x 61 x 33 mm (4.17 x 2.4 x 1.3"). Canon PowerShot SX240 HS weighs 224 g (0.49 lb / 7.90 oz) and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS weighs 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz).

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      106 mm

      61 mm

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      Size comparisons of Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.4 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.4 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.4 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.4 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      GOOD
      77
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      77
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 224 g (0.49 lb / 7.90 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 224 g (0.49 lb / 7.90 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and give both of them the score of 59 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
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      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/3200 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.4 fps
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/3200 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.4 fps

      Video

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Canon PowerShot SX240 HS

      Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

      POOR
      44
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 224 g (0.49 lb / 7.90 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      POOR
      44
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots


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