Canon SX710 HS vs Sony S950

Let's look much closer at the Canon SX710 HS versus Sony S950, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and S950 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was introduced 5 years later than the S950 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX710 HS grades vs the S950 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX710 HS comes with 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 S950 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX710 HS versus the S950.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and S950 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX710 HS and S950.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX710 HS to result in more detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX710 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.