Canon PowerShot SX620 HS

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    Highlights

    • 20.3 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
    • 80 - 3,200 Native ISO
    • 9 Focus Points
    • Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 922k dot Fixed Screen
    • 2.5 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
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    Overview

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS was announced in 2016 and is a 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) Standard Compact camera with 20.3 Megapixel BSI-CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 80 to 3,200. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 922k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.


    Here is the Canon PowerShot SX6xx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Canon PowerShot SX6xx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Canon SX620 HS May
    2016
    20.3 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    80 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    922k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon SX610 HS January
    2015
    20.2 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    80 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    922k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon SX600 HS January
    2014
    16 MP
    1/2.3-inch
    100 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Canon PowerShot SX620 HS vs PowerShot SX610 HS vs PowerShot SX600 HS.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Canon PowerShot SX620 HS.

    PROS

    •   Cheap
    •   Video Capture
    •   80 Lowest Native ISO
    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Light - 182 g (0.40 lb / 6.42 oz)
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   9 Focus Points
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 295 shots

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   Sensor Resolution - 20.3 Megapixel
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot

    Screen

    Fixed screen

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 922k dot resolution.

    Sensor

    BSI-CMOS Sensor

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS features a 20.3 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

    The camera has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

    Photography Features

    Camera is equipped with DIGIC 4+ processor and can take pictures up to 5184 x 3888 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 4:3 (5184 x 3888, 3648 x 2736, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480), 16:9 (5184 x 2912, 3648 x 2048, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 360), 3:2 (5184 x 3456, 3648 x 2432, 2048 x 1368, 640 x 424), 1:1 (3888 x 3888, 2736 x 2736, 1536 x 1536, 480 x 480) with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


    Image Stabilization

    The camera has an image stabilization.

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    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    NFC

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS comes with NB-13L battery pack with battery life of 295 shots.


    External Storage Slots

    The camera has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS's shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 2.5 fps.


    Flash

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS has a built-in flash with maximum range of 4.00 m at Auto ISO.

    Physical Parameters

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS has dimensions of 97 x 57 x 28 mm (3.82 x 2.24 x 1.1"). It weighs 182 g (0.40 lb / 6.42 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    97 mm (3.82")

    57 mm (2.24")

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    57 mm (2.24")

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    28 mm (1.1")

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    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS dimensions

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Canon PowerShot SX620 HS is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    POOR
    51

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS gets a score of 51 and is POOR choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    GOOD
    72

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS gets a score of 72 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.

    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   9 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
    •   Short Battery Life - 295 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    GOOD
    71

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS gets a score of 71 and is GOOD choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   9 Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 295 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    72

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS gets a score of 72 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   9 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    83

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS gets a score of 83 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   9 Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 182 g (0.40 lb / 6.42 oz)

    Travel Photography

    EXCELLENT
    86

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS gets a score of 86 and is EXCELLENT choice for Travel photography.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 182 g (0.40 lb / 6.42 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 295 shots

    Canon PowerShot SX620 HS Evaluation

    We evaluate Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and give score of 63 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
    63

    Sensor

    AVERAGE
    66

    We give Canon PowerShot SX620 HS a score of 66 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Sensor Resolution - 20.3 Megapixel
    •   80 Lowest Native ISO
    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

    Photo

    AVERAGE
    62

    We give Canon PowerShot SX620 HS a score of 62 for Photo parameters.

    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.5 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Video

    POOR
    46

    We give Canon PowerShot SX620 HS a score of 46 for Video parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    GOOD
    73

    We give Canon PowerShot SX620 HS a score of 73 for Focusing parameters.

    •   9 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    AVERAGE
    57

    We give Canon PowerShot SX620 HS a score of 57 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
    •   No Viewfinder

    Connectivity

    GOOD
    75

    We give Canon PowerShot SX620 HS a score of 75 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    46

    We give Canon PowerShot SX620 HS a score of 46 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 182 g (0.40 lb / 6.42 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 295 shots


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