Canon SX620 HS vs Sony H55

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX620 HS vs Sony H55, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and H55 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was introduced 5 years after the H55 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX620 HS grades versus the H55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX620 HS provides outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony H55 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the H55.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and H55 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and H55.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon SX620 HS to render extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer SX620 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.