Canon SX620 HS vs Sony a5100

The following is a thorough assessment of the Canon SX620 HS vs Sony a5100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the SX620 HS (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX620 HS was released 22 months after the a5100 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX620 HS grades versus the a5100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Sony Alpha a5100. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX620 HS offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony a5100 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX620 HS vs Sony a5100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX620 HS against the a5100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and a5100 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX620 HS and a5100.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX620 HS featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony a5100 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.