Canon SX170 IS vs Sony A65

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon SX170 IS versus Sony A65, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and A65 (24MP) and the SX170 IS (1/2.3") and A65 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The SX170 IS was brought out 22 months later than the A65 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX170 IS grades against the A65 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Sony SLT-A65. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS enjoys outside measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony A65 has specifications of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX170 IS against the A65.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and A65 is 88 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and A65.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX170 IS due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A65 will offer greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern SX170 IS provides an advantage in sensor tech.