Canon SX500 IS vs Sony HX9V
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Canon SX500 IS vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 341g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Successor is Canon SX510 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Released July 2011
Canon SX500 IS vs Sony HX9V Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX500 IS and Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe SX500 IS was released 14 months later than the HX9V making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX500 IS grades vs the HX9V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX500 IS vs Sony HX9V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the Sony HX9V
SX500 IS | HX9V | |||
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Released | August 2012 | July 2011 | More recent by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Canon SX500 IS
HX9V | SX500 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 461k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX500 IS and Sony HX9V
SX500 IS | HX9V | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon SX500 IS vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX500 IS provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX500 IS and Sony HX9V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX500 IS versus the HX9V.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX500 IS and HX9V is 80 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX500 IS vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and HX9V.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX500 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Canon SX500 IS vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX500 IS vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-08-21 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/1600 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 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 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 341 grams (0.75 lb) | 245 grams (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 195 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $299 | $328 |