Canon SX610 HS vs Sony S2000

Below is a extended review of the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony S2000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was brought out 5 years later than the S2000 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX610 HS scores vs the S2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX610 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony S2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX610 HS vs the S2000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and S2000.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to render greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX610 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.