Canon SX50 HS vs Sony A550

Here is a in depth review of the Canon SX50 HS and Sony A550, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the A550 (14MP) is relatively similar but the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and A550 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX50 HS was unveiled 3 years later than the A550 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX50 HS matches up against the A550 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX50 HS has got exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sony A550 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Check the Canon SX50 HS and Sony A550 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX50 HS and the A550.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and A550 is 65 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX50 HS and A550.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX50 HS having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A550 will deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer SX50 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.