Canon SX200 IS vs Sony A7

Let's look closer at the Canon SX200 IS versus Sony A7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and A7 (24MP) and the SX200 IS (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

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The SX200 IS was announced 5 years prior to the A7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX200 IS grades versus the A7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony A7 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX200 IS versus Sony A7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the A7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and A7 is 90 and 78 respectively.

Often, its hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and A7.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX200 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A7 will render greater detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SX200 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.