Canon SX10 IS vs Sony a1

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX10 IS versus Sony a1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and a1 (50MP) and the SX10 IS (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The SX10 IS was introduced 13 years earlier than the a1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX10 IS grades versus the a1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Sony Alpha a1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX10 IS has got physical dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX10 IS versus Sony a1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX10 IS against the a1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX10 IS and a1 is 65 and 61 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The visual below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX10 IS and a1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX10 IS having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony a1 will provide more detail using its extra 40MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older SX10 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.