Canon SX710 HS vs Sony H300

The following is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX710 HS versus Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX710 HS (20MP) and the H300 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was released 11 months after the H300 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX710 HS scores vs the H300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS features physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sony H300 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX710 HS versus Sony H300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX710 HS and the H300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and H300 is 89 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and H300.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of files though you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer SX710 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.