Canon SX610 HS vs Canon SX710 HS

Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX610 HS and Canon SX710 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. The resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the SX710 HS (20MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was unveiled around the same time to the SX710 HS and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX610 HS matches up vs the SX710 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Canon PowerShot SX710 HS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Canon SX710 HS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX610 HS features outside measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Canon SX710 HS has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX610 HS and Canon SX710 HS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX610 HS and the SX710 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and SX710 HS is 93 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and SX710 HS.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files although you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.