Canon SX600 HS vs Sony HX300

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX600 HS and Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was brought out 11 months later than the HX300 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX600 HS scores vs the HX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX600 HS enjoys outer measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX600 HS and Sony HX300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX600 HS vs the HX300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and HX300 is 93 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and HX300.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX300 to offer you more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent SX600 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.