Canon SX150 IS vs Sony A7R

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX150 IS versus Sony A7R, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX150 IS (14MP) and A7R (36MP) and the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) boast different sensor sizes.

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The SX150 IS was brought out 21 months earlier than the A7R making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX150 IS grades against the A7R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Sony Alpha A7R. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS enjoys external measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony A7R has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

See the Canon SX150 IS versus Sony A7R in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX150 IS and the A7R.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and A7R is 86 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and A7R.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX150 IS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R will offer extra detail having its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.