Canon SX600 HS vs Sony W710
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Canon SX600 HS vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Announced January 2014
- Renewed by Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013

Canon SX600 HS vs Sony W710 Overview
Here is a in depth review of the Canon SX600 HS and Sony W710, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX600 HS was introduced 13 months later than the W710 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX600 HS grades against the W710 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX600 HS vs Sony W710 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Sony W710
SX600 HS | W710 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 13 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Canon SX600 HS
W710 | SX600 HS | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Sony W710
SX600 HS | W710 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon SX600 HS vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX600 HS has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX600 HS and Sony W710 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX600 HS against the W710.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and W710 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX600 HS vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX600 HS and W710.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX600 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX600 HS vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX600 HS vs Sony W710 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G (TFT) | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 lbs) | 114g (0.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 pictures | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $249 | $90 |