Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W800

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX610 HS and Sony W800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the W800 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was unveiled 11 months later than the W800 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX610 HS matches up against the W800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS provides 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) and the Sony W800 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Canon SX610 HS and Sony W800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SX610 HS vs the W800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and W800 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX610 HS and W800.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX610 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.