Canon SX600 HS vs Sony W530

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX600 HS and Sony W530, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the W530 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was launched 3 years later than the W530 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX600 HS scores against the W530 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX600 HS offers exterior dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has specifications of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX600 HS and Sony W530 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX600 HS against the W530.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and W530 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX600 HS and W530.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX600 HS to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SX600 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.