Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon Z7

Following is a extended comparison of the Canon SX130 IS versus Nikon Z7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and Z7 (46MP) and the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and Z7 (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX130 IS was unveiled 9 years prior to the Z7 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX130 IS matches up against the Z7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Nikon Z7. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Nikon Z7 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX130 IS comes with external measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Nikon Z7 has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX130 IS versus Nikon Z7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SX130 IS vs the Z7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and Z7 is 85 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and Z7.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX130 IS using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Nikon Z7 will show more detail having an extra 34 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged SX130 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.