Canon SX120 IS vs Canon SX60 HS

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX120 IS and Canon SX60 HS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Canon. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and SX60 HS (16MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and SX60 HS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX120 IS was introduced 6 years before the SX60 HS and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX120 IS scores versus the SX60 HS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Canon PowerShot SX60 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Canon SX60 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX120 IS enjoys external dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Canon SX60 HS has proportions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX120 IS and Canon SX60 HS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX120 IS compared to the SX60 HS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX120 IS and SX60 HS is 87 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX120 IS and SX60 HS.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX120 IS having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon SX60 HS will provide you with more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older SX120 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.