Canon SX130 IS vs Sony W550

Following is a complete analysis of the Canon SX130 IS and Sony W550, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was unveiled 11 months before the W550 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX130 IS matches up against the W550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX130 IS features 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) and the Sony W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX130 IS and Sony W550 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SX130 IS against the W550.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and W550 is 85 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and W550.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony W550 to offer you more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged SX130 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.