Canon SX230 HS vs Sony A7R II

Lets examine more closely at the Canon SX230 HS and Sony A7R II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and A7R II (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.

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The SX230 HS was manufactured 4 years before the A7R II which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX230 HS grades against the A7R II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and Sony Alpha A7R II. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys outside measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS and Sony A7R II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX230 HS vs the A7R II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and A7R II is 91 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and A7R II.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX230 HS because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R II will offer you more detail due to its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.