Canon 5D MIV vs Canon SX170 IS

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon 5D MIV and Canon SX170 IS, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Canon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and SX170 IS (16MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and SX170 IS (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The 5D MIV was released 3 years later than the SX170 IS and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 5D MIV being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the 5D MIV matches up vs the SX170 IS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & Canon PowerShot SX170 IS. The complete galleries are available at Canon 5D MIV Gallery & Canon SX170 IS Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 5D MIV features physical dimensions of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) and the Canon SX170 IS has sizing of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 5D MIV and Canon SX170 IS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the 5D MIV versus the SX170 IS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5D MIV and SX170 IS is 55 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MIV and SX170 IS.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 5D MIV featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 5D MIV will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer 5D MIV will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.