Canon SX1 IS vs Sony A7R II

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon SX1 IS versus Sony A7R II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the SX1 IS (1/2.3") and A7R II (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The SX1 IS was manufactured 7 years before the A7R II and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX1 IS matches up versus the A7R II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Sony Alpha A7R II. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX1 IS comes with external measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") having a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Sony A7R II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Check the Canon SX1 IS versus Sony A7R II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX1 IS against the A7R II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and A7R II is 64 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX1 IS and A7R II.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX1 IS featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R II will offer you greater detail due to its extra 32 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older SX1 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.