Canon SX260 HS vs Sony TX7

Below, we are matching up the Canon SX260 HS and Sony TX7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is very similar but the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the TX7 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX260 HS grades vs the TX7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS has got physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX260 HS and Sony TX7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX260 HS versus the TX7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and TX7 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and TX7.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX260 HS because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon SX260 HS will offer more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern SX260 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.