Canon S200 vs Sony A7R

Here is a complete assessment of the Canon S200 versus Sony A7R, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S200 (10MP) and A7R (36MP) and the S200 (1/1.7") and A7R (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The S200 was announced around the same time to the A7R which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon S200 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the S200 scores against the A7R for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S200 and Sony Alpha A7R. The whole galleries are available at Canon S200 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon S200 provides outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony A7R has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S200 versus Sony A7R in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S200 vs the A7R.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S200 and A7R is 93 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200 and A7R.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S200 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R will offer greater detail with its extra 26MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively.