Canon SX260 HS vs Sony HX100V

Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX260 HS and Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 8 months after the HX100V which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX260 HS scores versus the HX100V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys outside 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) and the Sony HX100V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

See the Canon SX260 HS and Sony HX100V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX260 HS vs the HX100V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and HX100V is 91 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and HX100V.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX100V to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SX260 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.