Canon SX130 IS vs Sony a1

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX130 IS versus Sony a1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and a1 (50MP) and the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX130 IS was announced 11 years prior to the a1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX130 IS grades vs the a1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Sony Alpha a1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX130 IS has got exterior 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 Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX130 IS versus Sony a1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX130 IS and the a1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and a1 is 85 and 61 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The image here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and a1.

All in all, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX130 IS using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a1 will show extra detail with its extra 38MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX130 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.