Canon SX240 HS vs Sony W610

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX240 HS versus Sony W610, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was manufactured within a month of the W610 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX240 HS scores vs the W610 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS has got external 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) and the Sony W610 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX240 HS versus Sony W610 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX240 HS against the W610.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and W610 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX240 HS and W610.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony W610 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively.