Canon SX210 IS vs Sony HX1

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX210 IS and Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SX210 IS (14MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the SX210 IS (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX210 IS was released 14 months later than the HX1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX210 IS grades vs the HX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS has physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the HX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and HX1 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and HX1.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX210 IS due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Canon SX210 IS will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger SX210 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.