Canon 60Da vs Canon SX1 IS

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon 60Da versus Canon SX1 IS, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the 60Da (18MP) and SX1 IS (10MP) and the 60Da (APS-C) and SX1 IS (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The 60Da was unveiled 3 years later than the SX1 IS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon 60Da being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 60Da scores against the SX1 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 60Da and Canon PowerShot SX1 IS. The full galleries are provided at Canon 60Da Gallery and Canon SX1 IS Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 60Da has outside measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) whilst the Canon SX1 IS has dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs).

Compare the Canon 60Da versus Canon SX1 IS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the 60Da versus the SX1 IS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 60Da and SX1 IS is 59 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The graphic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 60Da and SX1 IS.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 60Da having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon 60Da will provide you with greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern 60Da is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.