Canon SX240 HS vs Sony HX350

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX240 HS and Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and HX350 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was manufactured 5 years earlier than the HX350 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX240 HS matches up versus the HX350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS provides exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony HX350 has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX240 HS and Sony HX350 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX240 HS versus the HX350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and HX350 is 91 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and HX350.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX350 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged SX240 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.