Canon SX410 IS vs Sony H55
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Canon SX410 IS vs Sony H55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-960mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Announced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010

Canon SX410 IS vs Sony H55 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX410 IS vs Sony H55, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and H55 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX410 IS was introduced 4 years later than the H55 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX410 IS matches up versus the H55 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX410 IS vs Sony H55 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX410 IS Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Sony H55
SX410 IS | H55 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 57 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Canon SX410 IS
H55 | SX410 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX410 IS and Sony H55
SX410 IS | H55 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX410 IS vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX410 IS has got exterior measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX410 IS vs Sony H55 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX410 IS versus the H55.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX410 IS and H55 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX410 IS vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX410 IS and H55.
All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX410 IS to deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent SX410 IS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon SX410 IS vs Sony H55 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-02-06 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 325 gr (0.72 lbs) | 200 gr (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 185 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $199 | $235 |