• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 35.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 450.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Sony DSC-T700 advantages over Canon SX600 HS

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Thinner
    16 mm vs 26 mm
    Thinner
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 461k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen

Canon SX600 HS advantages over Sony DSC-T700

  • Less expensive
    $250 vs $400 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More telephoto lens reach
    450 mm vs 140 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 290 vs 200 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Newer
    11 years vs 16 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    16.0 vs 10.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    25 mm vs 35 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 1 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    3.9 fps vs 1.6 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/2000 vs 1/1000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony DSC-T77

Sony DSC-T700
Sony DSC-T77
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • $287
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup

Compare Sony DSC-T700 vs Sony DSC-T77

Canon SX600 HS
Sony DSC-T77
  • $390
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $287
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compare Canon SX600 HS vs Sony DSC-T77

Compared to Sony DSC-T900

Sony DSC-T700
Sony DSC-T900
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • $379
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compare Sony DSC-T700 vs Sony DSC-T900

Canon SX600 HS
Sony DSC-T900
  • $390
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $379
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compare Canon SX600 HS vs Sony DSC-T900

Compared to Sony DSC-TX1

Sony DSC-T700
Sony DSC-TX1
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Manual focus
  • More dots on screen
  • $303
  • 1/2.4 inch
  • Fast startup
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony DSC-T700 vs Sony DSC-TX1

Canon SX600 HS
Sony DSC-TX1
  • $390
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $303
  • 1/2.4 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compare Canon SX600 HS vs Sony DSC-TX1

Compared to Sony WX300

Sony DSC-T700
Sony WX300
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Manual focus
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive

Compare Sony DSC-T700 vs Sony WX300

Canon SX600 HS
Sony WX300
  • $390
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
  • $500
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon SX600 HS vs Sony WX300

Compared to Canon SX610 HS

Sony DSC-T700
Canon SX610 HS
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC

Compare Sony DSC-T700 vs Canon SX610 HS

Canon SX600 HS
Canon SX610 HS
  • $390
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • More pixels

Compare Canon SX600 HS vs Canon SX610 HS

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