Canon SX610 HS vs Sony a5000

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony a5000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the SX610 HS (1/2.3") and a5000 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The SX610 HS was announced 13 months later than the a5000 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX610 HS matches up versus the a5000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Sony Alpha a5000. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Sony a5000 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX610 HS has physical dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony a5000 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony a5000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX610 HS against the a5000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and a5000 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and a5000.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The SX610 HS has got the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field harder. The more modern SX610 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.