Canon SX520 HS vs Sony W610

Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX520 HS and Sony W610, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the W610 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX520 HS grades against the W610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS features outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX520 HS and Sony W610 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX520 HS against the W610.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and W610 is 69 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and W610.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX520 HS to render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.