Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690
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![Canon PowerShot SX510 HS front Canon PowerShot SX510 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX510-HS/Canon-SX510-HS-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W690/Sony-W690-front.jpg)
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Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Launched August 2013
- Older Model is Canon SX500 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2012
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Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SX510 HS versus Sony W690, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SX510 HS was manufactured 19 months later than the W690 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX510 HS grades against the W690 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Sony W690
SX510 HS | W690 | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 19 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Canon SX510 HS
W690 | SX510 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX510 HS and Sony W690
SX510 HS | W690 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX510 HS comes with external measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Canon SX510 HS versus Sony W690 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX510 HS vs the W690.
![Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 size comparison Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX510-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W690-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and W690 is 80 and 95 respectively.
![Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 top view buttons comparison Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX510-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W690-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and W690.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony W690 to resolve more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The younger SX510 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 sensor size comparison Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX510-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W690-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX510-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W690-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon SX510 HS vs Sony W690 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-08-22 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 349g (0.77 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 images | 220 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $249 | $297 |