Canon SX710 HS vs Sony HX99

Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX710 HS and Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX710 HS (20MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is very similar but the SX710 HS (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX710 HS was launched 4 years prior to the HX99 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX710 HS grades vs the HX99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX710 HS comes with exterior 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) whilst the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

See the Canon SX710 HS and Sony HX99 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX710 HS vs the HX99.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and HX99 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX710 HS and HX99.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX710 HS because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon SX710 HS will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older SX710 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.