Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V
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![Canon PowerShot SX170 IS front Canon PowerShot SX170 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX170-IS/Canon-SX170-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 251g - 108 x 71 x 44mm
- Released August 2013
- Older Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Revealed April 2013
- Old Model is Sony HX30V
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Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX170 IS and Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SX170 IS was introduced 4 months after the HX50V so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX170 IS grades against the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Sony HX50V
SX170 IS | HX50V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Canon SX170 IS
HX50V | SX170 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Sony HX50V
SX170 IS | HX50V | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | ![]() | April 2013 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS comes with outer measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
See the Canon SX170 IS and Sony HX50V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX170 IS compared to the HX50V.
![Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V size comparison Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX170-IS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX50V-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and HX50V is 88 and 89 respectively.
![Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V top view buttons comparison Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX170-IS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX50V-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The image here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and HX50V.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX50V to show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.
![Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V sensor size comparison Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX170-IS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX50V-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX170-IS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX50V-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-08-22 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 251g (0.55 lb) | 272g (0.60 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 400 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $0 | $439 |