Canon SX700 HS vs Sony W290
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Canon SX700 HS vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Announced February 2014
- Later Model is Canon SX710 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
Canon SX700 HS vs Sony W290 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Canon SX700 HS versus Sony W290, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe SX700 HS was unveiled 5 years after the W290 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX700 HS scores versus the W290 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX700 HS vs Sony W290 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Sony W290
SX700 HS | W290 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | February 2009 | More modern by 61 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Canon SX700 HS
W290 | SX700 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Sony W290
SX700 HS | W290 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Canon SX700 HS vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS has got external dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony W290 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Canon SX700 HS versus Sony W290 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX700 HS and the W290.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and W290 is 89 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX700 HS vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and W290.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX700 HS to offer you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX700 HS should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon SX700 HS vs Sony W290 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-02-12 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, 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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269g (0.59 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $349 | $230 |