Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX10V

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was brought out 4 years later than the HX10V and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX620 HS grades against the HX10V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX620 HS features physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX10V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX620 HS versus the HX10V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and HX10V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The graphic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX620 HS and HX10V.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS provides a benefit in sensor technology.