Canon SX710 HS vs Sony HX50V
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Canon SX710 HS vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Announced January 2015
- Superseded the Canon SX700 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Released April 2013
- Previous Model is Sony HX30V
Canon SX710 HS vs Sony HX50V Overview
The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon SX710 HS versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX710 HS (20MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SX710 HS was manufactured 21 months after the HX50V which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX710 HS scores against the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX710 HS vs Sony HX50V Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Sony HX50V
SX710 HS | HX50V | |||
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Released | January 2015 | April 2013 | Newer by 21 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Canon SX710 HS
HX50V | SX710 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Sony HX50V
SX710 HS | HX50V | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon SX710 HS vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX710 HS offers exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX710 HS versus Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX710 HS vs the HX50V.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and HX50V is 89 and 89 respectively.
Canon SX710 HS vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and HX50V.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images however you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX710 HS provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon SX710 HS vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
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 | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5184 x 2920 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE 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 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269g (0.59 lbs) | 272g (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
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 | 230 shots | 400 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
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 |
Retail cost | $349 | $439 |