Canon M10 vs Canon SX610 HS

Below is a extended comparison of the Canon M10 and Canon SX610 HS, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Canon. The resolution of the M10 (18MP) and the SX610 HS (20MP) is relatively close but the M10 (APS-C) and SX610 HS (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The M10 was released 10 months later than the SX610 HS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the M10 scores versus the SX610 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M10 and Canon PowerShot SX610 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon M10 Gallery and Canon SX610 HS Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon M10 offers physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Canon SX610 HS has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Canon M10 and Canon SX610 HS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the M10 versus the SX610 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and SX610 HS is 88 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The visual here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and SX610 HS.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M10 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon SX610 HS will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer M10 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.