Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SX710 HS

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SX710 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Canon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the A1100 IS (12MP) and SX710 HS (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A1100 IS was launched 6 years prior to the SX710 HS which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A1100 IS grades vs the SX710 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS and Canon PowerShot SX710 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon A1100 IS Gallery and Canon SX710 HS Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon A1100 IS comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Canon SX710 HS has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the A1100 IS versus the SX710 HS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1100 IS and SX710 HS is 93 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A1100 IS and SX710 HS.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to give you more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged A1100 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.