Canon SX540 HS vs Sony HX300

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon SX540 HS versus Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX540 HS (20MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the HX300 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX540 HS matches up versus the HX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX540 HS enjoys external measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX540 HS versus Sony HX300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX540 HS vs the HX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and HX300 is 69 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX540 HS and HX300.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images however you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SX540 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.