Canon SX540 HS vs Sony HX350
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Canon SX540 HS vs Sony HX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched January 2016
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 652g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Launched December 2016

Canon SX540 HS vs Sony HX350 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX540 HS and Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX540 HS (20MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX540 HS was manufactured 11 months earlier than the HX350 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX540 HS matches up versus the HX350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX540 HS vs Sony HX350 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX540 HS over the Sony HX350
SX540 HS | HX350 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX350 over the Canon SX540 HS
HX350 | SX540 HS | |||
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Launched | December 2016 | ![]() | January 2016 | Newer by 11 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX540 HS and Sony HX350
SX540 HS | HX350 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX540 HS vs Sony HX350 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX540 HS has got outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony HX350 has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX540 HS and Sony HX350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX540 HS and the HX350.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and HX350 is 69 and 62 respectively.

Canon SX540 HS vs Sony HX350 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and HX350.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of files however you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX540 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon SX540 HS vs Sony HX350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX540 HS vs Sony HX350 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2016-12-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5184 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 8.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, advanced, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442g (0.97 lbs) | 652g (1.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 205 images | 300 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $399 | - |