Canon SX210 IS vs Sony W830

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX210 IS versus Sony W830, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX210 IS (14MP) and W830 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was brought out 4 years earlier than the W830 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX210 IS grades vs the W830 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS provides outer dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony W830 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX210 IS versus Sony W830 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX210 IS against the W830.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and W830 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and W830.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W830 to render more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.