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Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10

Portability
93
Imaging
45
Features
48
Overall
46
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
41
Overall
39

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10 Key Specs

Canon SX620 HS
(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
  • Announced May 2016
Sony TX10
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
  • 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
  • Launched August 2011
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Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10 Overview

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX620 HS and Sony TX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and TX10 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was manufactured 4 years later than the TX10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX620 HS grades against the TX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Sony TX10

 SX620 HS TX10 
LaunchedMay 2016August 2011Fresher by 58 months
Manually focus More precise focusing
Screen resolution922k921kCrisper screen (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony TX10 over the Canon SX620 HS

 TX10 SX620 HS 
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Sony TX10

 SX620 HS TX10 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX620 HS comes with 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) while the Sony TX10 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX620 HS and Sony TX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX620 HS vs the TX10.

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and TX10 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and TX10.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX620 HS to render greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX620 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10 sensor size comparison

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Portrait photography factors
Sony TX10 Portrait photography factors
44
has manual focus
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
features face detect autofocus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
29
good resolution (16MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon SX620 HS
Street photography with Sony TX10
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (182 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
67
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with focus via touch
environment proofing
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Sports photography information
Sony TX10 Sports photography information
47
incredible zoom range (25-625mm 25.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20MP)
features tracking focus
slow fps (2.5 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
44
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Travel photography info
Sony TX10 Travel photography info
71
lighter than others (182g)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
very long zoom (625mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
71
environment proofing
comes with focus via touch
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
no Timelapse mode
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Landscape photography factors
Sony TX10 Landscape photography factors
50
has manual focus
pretty wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20MP)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse function
45
decently wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
environment proofing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Vlogging details
Sony TX10 Vlogging details
35
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (182 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no mic port
34
decently wide (25mm)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no microphone port
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Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX620 HS and Sony TX10
 Canon PowerShot SX620 HSSony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Sony
Model type Canon PowerShot SX620 HS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Announced 2016-05-10 2011-08-16
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 5184 x 3888 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 125
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-625mm (25.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-6.6 f/3.5-4.6
Macro focusing distance 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 922k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - XtraFine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 seconds 2 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 2.5fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) 3.70 m
Flash options Auto, on, slow synchro, off Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance 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)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
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 None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 182 grams (0.40 pounds) 133 grams (0.29 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 295 photographs -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID - NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $279 $309