Canon SX520 HS vs Sony WX9

In this article, we are matching up the Canon SX520 HS versus Sony WX9, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was introduced 3 years after the WX9 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX520 HS grades vs the WX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS has got external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX520 HS versus Sony WX9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX520 HS versus the WX9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and WX9 is 69 and 99 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and WX9.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SX520 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.