Canon SX260 HS vs Sony WX5

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon SX260 HS and Sony WX5, 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 WX5 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 24 months later than the WX5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX260 HS matches up against the WX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX260 HS has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX260 HS and Sony WX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX260 HS and the WX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and WX5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and WX5.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files although you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX260 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.