Canon SX30 IS vs Sony HX9V

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX30 IS and Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was brought out 10 months earlier than the HX9V and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX30 IS scores versus the HX9V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX30 IS provides physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX30 IS and Sony HX9V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX30 IS against the HX9V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX30 IS and HX9V is 64 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX30 IS and HX9V.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX9V to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older SX30 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.