Canon SX10 IS vs Canon SX710 HS

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX10 IS versus Canon SX710 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both manufactured by Canon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and SX710 HS (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX10 IS was manufactured 7 years earlier than the SX710 HS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX10 IS grades against the SX710 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Canon PowerShot SX710 HS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Canon SX710 HS Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX10 IS features external dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Canon SX710 HS has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX10 IS versus Canon SX710 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX10 IS and the SX710 HS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX10 IS and SX710 HS is 65 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX10 IS and SX710 HS.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX710 HS to provide greater detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.