Canon SX600 HS vs Sony HX50V

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SX600 HS versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was unveiled 9 months later than the HX50V and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX600 HS grades vs the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX600 HS has external measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX600 HS versus Sony HX50V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX600 HS versus the HX50V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and HX50V is 93 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and HX50V.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX50V to resolve greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger SX600 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.