Canon S110 vs Canon SX620 HS
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Canon S110 vs Canon SX620 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Introduced September 2012
- Succeeded the Canon S100
- Updated by Canon S120
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched May 2016

Canon S110 vs Canon SX620 HS Overview
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.

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.

Canon S110 vs Canon SX620 HS Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Canon SX620 HS
S110 | SX620 HS | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Canon S110
SX620 HS | S110 | |||
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Launched | May 2016 | ![]() | September 2012 | Newer by 44 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon S110 and Canon SX620 HS
S110 | SX620 HS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon S110 vs Canon SX620 HS Physical Comparison
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.

Canon S110 vs Canon SX620 HS Sensor Comparison
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.

Canon S110 vs Canon SX620 HS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S110 vs Canon SX620 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot S110 | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot S110 | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-09-17 | 2016-05-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | DIGIC 4+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-625mm (25.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.2-6.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 2.5 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 198 gr (0.44 lb) | 182 gr (0.40 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 168 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | 295 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $299 | $279 |