Canon SX600 HS vs Sony WX30

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX600 HS vs Sony WX30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was revealed 2 years later than the WX30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX600 HS scores vs the WX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS features physical measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX600 HS vs Sony WX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX600 HS against the WX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and WX30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and WX30.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of files although you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX600 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.