Canon SX260 HS vs Sony HX50V

Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX260 HS vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was brought out 10 months prior to the HX50V which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX260 HS grades against the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS comes with external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX260 HS vs Sony HX50V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX260 HS vs the HX50V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and HX50V is 91 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and HX50V.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX50V to offer more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older SX260 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.