Canon SX260 HS vs Sony W610

Here is a complete review of the Canon SX260 HS vs Sony W610, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 5 months later than the W610 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX260 HS matches up vs the W610 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS comes with external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony W610 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX260 HS versus the W610.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and W610 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and W610.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W610 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively.