Canon SX500 IS vs Canon SX610 HS

Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX500 IS vs Canon SX610 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Canon. The image resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the SX610 HS (20MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was unveiled 3 years prior to the SX610 HS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX500 IS matches up versus the SX610 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Canon PowerShot SX610 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Canon SX610 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX500 IS comes with external measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Canon SX610 HS has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX500 IS vs the SX610 HS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and SX610 HS is 80 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX500 IS and SX610 HS.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX500 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.