Canon SX540 HS vs Sony W710

Lets look much closer at the Canon SX540 HS vs Sony W710, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and W710 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was released 3 years after the W710 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX540 HS grades vs the W710 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS features exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony W710 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX540 HS vs Sony W710 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX540 HS against the W710.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and W710 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX540 HS and W710.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX540 HS to render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger SX540 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.