Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W810
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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Earlier Model is Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched January 2014

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W810 Overview
Below is a thorough overview of the Canon SX610 HS and Sony W810, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the W810 (20MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX610 HS was announced 13 months later than the W810 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX610 HS grades vs the W810 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W810 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Sony W810
SX610 HS | W810 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2014 | More recent by 13 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Canon SX610 HS
W810 | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Sony W810
SX610 HS | W810 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS has got exterior measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony W810 has proportions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX610 HS and Sony W810 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the W810.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and W810 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and W810.
To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files but you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger SX610 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W810 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony W810 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
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 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.5 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 grams (0.42 pounds) | 111 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 200 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $214 | $100 |