Canon XC10 vs Sony W690

Here, we will be comparing the Canon XC10 versus Sony W690, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the XC10 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) and the XC10 (1") and W690 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The XC10 was unveiled 3 years later than the W690 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the XC10 grades against the W690 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon XC10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are available at Canon XC10 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon XC10 provides exterior 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) and the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Canon XC10 versus Sony W690 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the XC10 versus the W690.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the XC10 and W690 is 54 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the XC10 and W690.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The XC10 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony W690 will give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher XC10 provides an advantage in sensor technology.