Canon SX30 IS vs Sony HX99

The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX30 IS versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX30 IS was manufactured 9 years before the HX99 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX99 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX30 IS matches up against the HX99 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX30 IS Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX30 IS enjoys external dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX30 IS vs the HX99.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX30 IS and HX99 is 64 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX30 IS and HX99.

Plainly, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX30 IS due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX99 will produce extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX30 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.