Canon SX710 HS vs Sony HX90V

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX710 HS versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX710 HS (20MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was introduced 3 months prior to the HX90V which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX710 HS scores versus the HX90V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS has got physical 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 HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX710 HS compared to the HX90V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and HX90V is 89 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX710 HS and HX90V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX710 HS to show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively.