Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W290
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Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W290 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W290 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W290, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and W290 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SX410 IS was launched 6 years after the W290 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX410 IS grades versus the W290 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W290 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX410 IS Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Sony W290
SX410 IS | W290 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | February 2009 | Newer by 73 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Canon SX410 IS
W290 | SX410 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX410 IS and Sony W290
SX410 IS | W290 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX410 IS comes with outer measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W290 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX410 IS against the W290.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX410 IS and W290 is 80 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX410 IS and W290.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon SX410 IS to show extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher SX410 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX410 IS vs Sony W290 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-02-06 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
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) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.5 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 grams (0.72 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $199 | $230 |