Canon SX520 HS vs Sony T110

On this page, we are looking at the Canon SX520 HS versus Sony T110, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the T110 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 3 years after the T110 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony T110 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX520 HS grades vs the T110 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T110. The full galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Sony T110 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS comes with physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony T110 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX520 HS versus Sony T110 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX520 HS against the T110.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and T110 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and T110.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX520 HS should have an edge in sensor technology.