Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX540 HS

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon SX1 IS versus Canon SX540 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and SX540 HS (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was introduced 7 years prior to the SX540 HS and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX1 IS grades vs the SX540 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Canon PowerShot SX540 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Canon SX540 HS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX1 IS comes with physical measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) whilst the Canon SX540 HS has specifications of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX1 IS versus Canon SX540 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX1 IS compared to the SX540 HS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX1 IS and SX540 HS is 64 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX1 IS and SX540 HS.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX540 HS to give more detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older SX1 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.