Canon XC10 vs Sony W320

Here is a complete comparison of the Canon XC10 vs Sony W320, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the XC10 (12MP) and the W320 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the XC10 (1") and W320 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The XC10 was revealed 5 years later than the W320 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the XC10 scores vs the W320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon XC10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The full galleries are viewable at Canon XC10 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon XC10 features physical measurements of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") along with a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W320 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon XC10 vs Sony W320 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the XC10 versus the W320.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XC10 and W320 is 54 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the XC10 and W320.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XC10 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony W320 will show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern XC10 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.