Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H300
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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2015
- Superseded the Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Announced February 2014

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H300 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the H300 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX610 HS was revealed 11 months later than the H300 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX610 HS matches up versus the H300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Sony H300
SX610 HS | H300 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2014 | Fresher by 11 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Canon SX610 HS
H300 | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Sony H300
SX610 HS | H300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX610 HS has got outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony H300 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX610 HS against the H300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and H300 is 93 and 63 respectively.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and H300.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger SX610 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | Bionz(R) |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dot |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 8.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 191 gr (0.42 lbs) | 590 gr (1.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | 350 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $214 | $249 |