The SX10 and SX20 are two of Canon’s most popular PowerShot models. Although they share many similarities, there are some distinct differences between the two cameras. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the key features that differentiate the SX10 and SX20. We’ll also compare their prices and performance to help you decide which camera is right for you. So, without further ado, let’s get started!
What is Canon Powershot SX10?
Canon Powershot SX10 is a 10.0-megapixel bridge digital camera announced by Canon on September 15, 2008. It was Canon’s first superzoom camera to feature HD video recording. The Canon Powershot SX10 is succeeded by the Canon Powershot SX20 IS. As of February 2010, the Canon Powershot SX10 IS is Canon’s flagship superzoom camera. The Canon Powershot SX10 features a 2.5-inch vari-angle LCD screen with a resolution of 230,000 pixels and an optical viewfinder. It has a 20x zoom lens with a focal length of 4.3-86 mm (35 mm equivalent: 28-560 mm). The Canon Powershot SX10’s maximum aperture ranges from f/2.8 at the wide end to f/5.7 at the telephoto end. The camera has an ISO sensitivity range of 80-1600 and is capable of shooting at up to 3200 ISO in extended mode. The Canon Powershot SX10 can record video at 720p HD resolution and also capture still images while recording video. It has a built-in flash and supports the use of external flash units.
What is Canon Powershot SX20?
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS is a 12.1-megapixel Canon digital camera announced by Canon on September 15, 2008. It is Canon’s successor to the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS. The Canon PowerShot SX20 IS has a 2.5-inch vari-angle LCD monitor and can record standard definition video at 30 frames per second with stereo sound as well as take 5-megapixel stills during video recording. Other features include a 20x optical zoom Canon lens with Optical Image Stabilization, face detection with red-eye correction, blink detection, ISO sensitivity up to 1600, and compatibility with Canon’s CHDK firmware add-on. The Canon PowerShot SX20 IS was released in the US market on October 6, 2008 and in Europe on October 24, 2008. It retailed for $429 USD and £329 GBP respectively. In Japan, the camera was introduced on December 18, 2008 for ¥59,800 JPY. The Canon PowerShot SX20 IS was succeeded by the Canon PowerShot SX30 IS in September 2010.
Difference between Canon Powershot SX10 and SX20
The Canon Powershot SX10 and SX20 are two digital cameras that differ in a few key ways. The most notable difference is that the SX20 has a higher resolution, with 20 megapixels compared to the 10 megapixels of the SX10. The SX20 also has a better zoom lens, with 30x optical zoom compared to the 10x optical zoom of the SX10. Additionally, the SX20 has built-in GPS capabilities, while the SX10 does not. As a result, the Canon Powershot SX20 is the better camera for anyone who needs high-quality images and wants to be able to zoom in on their subject matter.
Conclusion
Canon has come out with a new model of the Powershot SX camera, the SX20. The SX10 is being discontinued and is no longer available for purchase as of October 2010. So what are the differences between these two cameras? Let’s take a look. One of the most obvious changes is that the SX20 has an articulated screen which can be rotated to face different directions, while the SX10’s screen was fixed in place. The SX20 also has a built-in GPS system which records location data along with your photos; this can be useful if you want to track where your pictures were taken or add geotags to them later on.
