Canon SL3 vs Canon SX540 HS

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SL3 and Canon SX540 HS, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the SL3 (24MP) and the SX540 HS (20MP) is relatively comparable but the SL3 (APS-C) and SX540 HS (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The SL3 was brought out 3 years after the SX540 HS which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SL3 being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SL3 matches up versus the SX540 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 & Canon PowerShot SX540 HS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SL3 Gallery & Canon SX540 HS Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SL3 has exterior measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Canon SX540 HS has proportions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SL3 versus the SX540 HS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL3 and SX540 HS is 71 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The picture below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SL3 and SX540 HS.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SL3 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon SL3 will produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern SL3 should have an edge in sensor technology.