Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX100V
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Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Released May 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Revealed October 2011
- Replacement is Sony HX200V
Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX100V Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe SX620 HS was announced 4 years after the HX100V which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX620 HS scores against the HX100V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX100V Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Sony HX100V
SX620 HS | HX100V | |||
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Revealed | May 2016 | October 2011 | Newer by 56 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Canon SX620 HS
HX100V | SX620 HS | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Sony HX100V
SX620 HS | HX100V | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX620 HS has outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Check the Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX100V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX620 HS against the HX100V.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and HX100V is 93 and 66 respectively.
Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and HX100V.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX620 HS to provide you with more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern SX620 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2016-05-10 | 2011-10-21 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.5 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 12.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 gr (0.40 lbs) | 577 gr (1.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
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 | 295 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $279 | $429 |