Canon SX240 HS vs Sony W310

Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX240 HS versus Sony W310, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was revealed 2 years after the W310 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX240 HS matches up against the W310 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS has got physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the W310.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and W310 is 91 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX240 HS and W310.

As you can see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SX240 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.