Canon SX540 HS vs Sony HX200V

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX540 HS and Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX540 HS (20MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was brought out 3 years later than the HX200V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX540 HS scores versus the HX200V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS provides outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX540 HS and Sony HX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX540 HS compared to the HX200V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and HX200V is 69 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX540 HS and HX200V.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX540 HS to produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger SX540 HS provides an edge in sensor technology.