Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX200V
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Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX200V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced May 2016
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 129g - 96 x 58 x 16mm
- Introduced January 2012

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX200V Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Canon SX620 HS and Sony TX200V, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX620 HS was launched 4 years after the TX200V which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX620 HS scores versus the TX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX200V Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Sony TX200V
SX620 HS | TX200V | |||
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Introduced | May 2016 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 53 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony TX200V over the Canon SX620 HS
TX200V | SX620 HS | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer display (+308k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Sony TX200V
SX620 HS | TX200V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX200V Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX620 HS features external 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 TX200V has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX620 HS and Sony TX200V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX620 HS against the TX200V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and TX200V is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX200V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and TX200V.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX620 HS should have an edge in sensor technology.

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX200V Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Canon SX620 HS vs Sony TX200V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2016-05-10 | 2012-01-30 |
Physical type | 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 | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | 1,229,760 dots equiv. XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 pounds) | 129 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 96 x 58 x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
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 images | 220 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $279 | $500 |