Canon SX10 IS vs Sony HX200V
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Canon SX10 IS vs Sony HX200V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 600g - 128 x 88 x 87mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Successor is Canon SX20 IS
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 583g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Replaced the Sony HX100V
- Successor is Sony HX300

Canon SX10 IS vs Sony HX200V Overview
Following is a complete review of the Canon SX10 IS versus Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and HX200V (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX10 IS was introduced 4 years before the HX200V which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX10 IS grades vs the HX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX10 IS vs Sony HX200V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX10 IS Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX10 IS over the Sony HX200V
SX10 IS | HX200V | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony HX200V over the Canon SX10 IS
HX200V | SX10 IS | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 40 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX10 IS and Sony HX200V
SX10 IS | HX200V | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX10 IS vs Sony HX200V Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX10 IS has exterior measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX10 IS versus Sony HX200V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX10 IS compared to the HX200V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX10 IS and HX200V is 65 and 66 respectively.

Canon SX10 IS vs Sony HX200V Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX10 IS and HX200V.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX200V to show extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX10 IS vs Sony HX200V Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX10 IS vs Sony HX200V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-01-15 | 2012-05-11 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 12.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 pounds) | 583g (1.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 450 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $275 | $480 |