Canon 60Da vs Canon SX220 HS

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon 60Da and Canon SX220 HS, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Canon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 60Da (18MP) and SX220 HS (12MP) and the 60Da (APS-C) and SX220 HS (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The 60Da was announced 15 months later than the SX220 HS making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 60Da being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 60Da grades versus the SX220 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 60Da and Canon SX220 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 60Da Gallery and Canon SX220 HS Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 60Da provides exterior measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Canon SX220 HS has proportions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Canon 60Da and Canon SX220 HS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 60Da against the SX220 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 60Da and SX220 HS is 59 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 60Da and SX220 HS.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 60Da using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 60Da will render extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent 60Da is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.