Canon XC10 vs Sony W610

Here, we are looking at the Canon XC10 vs Sony W610, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the XC10 (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is very well matched but the XC10 (1") and W610 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The XC10 was revealed 3 years later than the W610 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W610 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the XC10 grades against the W610 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon XC10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The full galleries are provided at Canon XC10 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon XC10 features exterior measurements of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs) while the Sony W610 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the XC10 and the W610.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XC10 and W610 is 54 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the XC10 and W610.

All in all, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The XC10 having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony W610 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern XC10 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.