Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX100V
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Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-960mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Introduced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Introduced October 2011
- Renewed by Sony HX200V
Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX100V Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and HX100V (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SX410 IS was brought out 3 years after the HX100V which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX410 IS scores versus the HX100V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX100V Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Sony HX100V
SX410 IS | HX100V | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | October 2011 | Newer by 41 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Canon SX410 IS
HX100V | SX410 IS | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX410 IS and Sony HX100V
SX410 IS | HX100V | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX410 IS has got external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX100V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX410 IS against the HX100V.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX410 IS and HX100V is 80 and 66 respectively.
Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX410 IS and HX100V.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX410 IS to result in extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern SX410 IS will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-02-06 | 2011-10-21 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 12.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 325g (0.72 lb) | 577g (1.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $199 | $429 |