Canon SX160 IS vs Sony A7

Here is a in depth review of the Canon SX160 IS versus Sony A7, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and A7 (24MP) and the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX160 IS was introduced 7 months earlier than the A7 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX160 IS scores against the A7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS provides external dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX160 IS and the A7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and A7 is 86 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and A7.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX160 IS using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7 will provide extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older SX160 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.