Canon SX600 HS vs Sony W370

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX600 HS and Sony W370, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was launched 4 years after the W370 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX600 HS scores vs the W370 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX600 HS provides physical measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX600 HS and Sony W370 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX600 HS versus the W370.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and W370 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX600 HS and W370.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX600 HS to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent SX600 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.