Canon A3300 IS vs Sony HX30V
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Canon A3300 IS vs Sony HX30V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched February 2012
- Superseded the Sony HX20V
- Replacement is Sony HX50V
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The following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon A3300 IS and Sony HX30V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe A3300 IS was manufactured 13 months before the HX30V which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the A3300 IS grades against the HX30V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Sony HX30V
| A3300 IS | HX30V |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX30V over the Canon A3300 IS
| HX30V | A3300 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2012 |  | January 2011 | Newer by 13 months |
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Sony HX30V
| A3300 IS | HX30V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon A3300 IS vs Sony HX30V Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A3300 IS has outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A3300 IS and Sony HX30V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A3300 IS vs the HX30V.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A3300 IS and HX30V is 95 and 90 respectively.
Canon A3300 IS vs Sony HX30V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and HX30V.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX30V to give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged A3300 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon A3300 IS vs Sony HX30V Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-28 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 7.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 149g (0.33 lbs) | 254g (0.56 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 pictures | 320 pictures |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NB-8L | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $200 | $420 |
