Canon SX1 IS vs Sony W830
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Canon SX1 IS vs Sony W830 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 615g - 128 x 88 x 88mm
- Launched March 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 23mm
- Launched January 2014
Canon SX1 IS vs Sony W830 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX1 IS versus Sony W830, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and W830 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe SX1 IS was unveiled 5 years prior to the W830 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX1 IS grades vs the W830 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX1 IS vs Sony W830 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Sony W830
SX1 IS | W830 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 2.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Canon SX1 IS
W830 | SX1 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | March 2009 | Fresher by 58 months |
Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Sony W830
SX1 IS | W830 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX1 IS vs Sony W830 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX1 IS comes with outside measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Sony W830 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX1 IS versus Sony W830 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX1 IS against the W830.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX1 IS and W830 is 64 and 96 respectively.
Canon SX1 IS vs Sony W830 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX1 IS and W830.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W830 to render extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older SX1 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX1 IS vs Sony W830 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-03-27 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 2.80 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 615g (1.36 pounds) | 122g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") | 93 x 52 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $600 | $128 |