Canon S120 vs Sony HX9V

The following is a extensive comparison of the Canon S120 and Sony HX9V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the S120 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) and the S120 (1/1.7") and HX9V (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The S120 was announced 2 years after the HX9V which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S120 scores vs the HX9V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon S120 has external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S120 and Sony HX9V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S120 and the HX9V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S120 and HX9V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S120 and HX9V.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S120 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony HX9V will produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger S120 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.