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Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350

Portability
93
Imaging
46
Features
48
Overall
46
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 front
Portability
94
Imaging
43
Features
43
Overall
43

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350 Key Specs

Canon SX620 HS
(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
  • Launched May 2016
Sony WX350
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
  • 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
  • Announced February 2014
  • Old Model is Sony WX300
  • Refreshed by Sony WX500
Photography Glossary

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350 Overview

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX620 HS and Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was released 2 years after the WX350 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX620 HS scores versus the WX350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Sony WX350

 SX620 HS WX350 
AnnouncedMay 2016February 2014More modern by 28 months
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Screen resolution922k460kSharper screen (+462k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Canon SX620 HS

 WX350 SX620 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Sony WX350

 SX620 HS WX350 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurements
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS provides external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX620 HS and Sony WX350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the WX350.

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and WX350 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and WX350.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX620 HS to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer SX620 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350 sensor size comparison

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Portrait photography information
Sony WX350 Portrait photography information
44
manual focus
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
37
decent MP (18MP)
comes with face detect focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX620 HS as a Street photography camera
Sony WX350 as a Street photography camera
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (182 grams)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (164 grams)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Sports photography features
Sony WX350 Sports photography features
48
amazing zoom range (25-625mm 25.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (20MP)
includes tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (2.5 frames/s)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
52
amazing zoom range (25-500mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18MP)
comes with tracking focus
good battery pack (470 shots)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Travel photography details
Sony WX350 Travel photography details
71
lighter than average in class (182 grams)
resolution is good (20MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
very long reach (625mm)
missing Time Lapse function
does not posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
72
good battery pack (470 CIPA)
lighter than competitors (164 grams)
decent MP (18MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
very long zoom (500mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX620 HS as a Landscape photography camera
Sony WX350 as a Landscape photography camera
50
manual focus
relatively wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual exposure
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
47
rather wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18 megapixels)
good battery pack (470 shots)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX620 HS Vlogging highlights
Sony WX350 Vlogging highlights
35
relatively wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (182 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
does not posses selfie friendly display
missing mic support
35
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (164g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of mic socket
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Canon SX620 HS vs Sony WX350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX620 HS and Sony WX350
 Canon PowerShot SX620 HSSony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350
General Information
Brand Canon Sony
Model Canon PowerShot SX620 HS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2016-05-10 2014-02-13
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 4+ -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 18 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 5184 x 3888 4896 x 3672
Max native ISO 3200 12800
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-625mm (25.0x) 25-500mm (20.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-6.6 f/3.5-6.5
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 922k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate 2.5 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) 4.30 m
Flash modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 182 grams (0.40 lbs) 164 grams (0.36 lbs)
Dimensions 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 photos 470 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $279 $270