Canon SX130 IS vs Sony S950

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX130 IS and Sony S950, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was launched 19 months later than the S950 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX130 IS grades versus the S950 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX130 IS comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Canon SX130 IS and Sony S950 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX130 IS against the S950.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and S950 is 85 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and S950.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX130 IS to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent SX130 IS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.