Canon SX120 IS vs Sony H55

Here is a complete overview of the Canon SX120 IS versus Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and H55 (14MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and H55 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The SX120 IS was announced 10 months prior to the H55 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX120 IS scores versus the H55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX120 IS comes with exterior measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Sony H55 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX120 IS versus Sony H55 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX120 IS versus the H55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX120 IS and H55 is 87 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The photograph below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX120 IS and H55.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX120 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony H55 will give you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SX120 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.