Canon SX610 HS vs Sony WX10
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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony WX10 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
- Old Model is Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2011
Canon SX610 HS vs Sony WX10 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX610 HS vs Sony WX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and WX10 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SX610 HS was launched 4 years after the WX10 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX610 HS matches up versus the WX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX610 HS vs Sony WX10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Sony WX10
SX610 HS | WX10 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | January 2011 | Newer by 49 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Canon SX610 HS
WX10 | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Sony WX10
SX610 HS | WX10 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SX610 HS vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS features outer 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 WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX610 HS vs Sony WX10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the WX10.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and WX10 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX610 HS vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and WX10.
Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX610 HS to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer SX610 HS will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.5 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 191 grams (0.42 lbs) | 161 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $214 | $200 |