Canon N100 vs Sony HX30V

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon N100 and Sony HX30V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the N100 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) and the N100 (1/1.7") and HX30V (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The N100 was revealed 23 months later than the HX30V making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the N100 matches up versus the HX30V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are available at Canon N100 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon N100 has got physical measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the N100 compared to the HX30V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the N100 and HX30V is 89 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the N100 and HX30V.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The N100 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX30V will render extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent N100 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.