Canon SX160 IS vs Sony W620

Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX160 IS versus Sony W620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was launched 18 months after the W620 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX160 IS grades versus the W620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX160 IS vs the W620.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and W620 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and W620.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX160 IS to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern SX160 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.