Canon S110 vs Canon SX620 HS

The following is a complete review of the Canon S110 and Canon SX620 HS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the S110 (12MP) and SX620 HS (20MP) and the S110 (1/1.7") and SX620 HS (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The S110 was announced 4 years earlier than the SX620 HS which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the S110 matches up vs the SX620 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S110 & Canon PowerShot SX620 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon S110 Gallery & Canon SX620 HS Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon S110 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Canon SX620 HS has specifications of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S110 and Canon SX620 HS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S110 versus the SX620 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S110 and SX620 HS is 93 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S110 and SX620 HS.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S110 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon SX620 HS will produce greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged S110 will be behind in sensor tech.