Canon SX230 HS vs Sony A7S

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX230 HS and Sony A7S, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the A7S (12MP) is very close but the SX230 HS (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX230 HS was announced 3 years before the A7S which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX230 HS scores against the A7S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Sony Alpha A7S. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS provides exterior dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A7S has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX230 HS and Sony A7S in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX230 HS versus the A7S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and A7S is 91 and 77 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX230 HS and A7S.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The SX230 HS comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh trickier. The more aged SX230 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.