Canon SX50 HS vs Sony RX10 II

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX50 HS and Sony RX10 II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and RX10 II (20MP) and the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The SX50 HS was introduced 3 years earlier than the RX10 II and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX50 HS scores against the RX10 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Sony RX10 II Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX50 HS has got exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Sony RX10 II has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX50 HS and Sony RX10 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX50 HS and the RX10 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and RX10 II is 65 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specs. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and RX10 II.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX50 HS with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX10 II will give you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older SX50 HS is going to be behind in sensor tech.