Canon SX240 HS vs Sony HX30V

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX240 HS and Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was introduced at a similar time to the HX30V so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX240 HS scores versus the HX30V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX240 HS has external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX240 HS and Sony HX30V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX240 HS and the HX30V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and HX30V is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and HX30V.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX30V to provide you with greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively.