Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H300

Below, we are contrasting the Canon SX260 HS versus Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and H300 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was introduced 20 months earlier than the H300 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX260 HS grades against the H300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS provides physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony H300 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX260 HS versus Sony H300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX260 HS and the H300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and H300 is 91 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and H300.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony H300 to give you greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged SX260 HS is going to be behind in sensor tech.