Canon SX240 HS vs Sony A7S III

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX240 HS and Sony A7S III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the A7S III (12MP) is pretty well matched but the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and A7S III (Full frame) offer different sensor size.

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The SX240 HS was unveiled 9 years earlier than the A7S III which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX240 HS grades vs the A7S III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Sony Alpha A7S III. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Sony A7S III Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS features outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A7S III has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX240 HS and Sony A7S III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX240 HS and the A7S III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and A7S III is 91 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and A7S III.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The SX240 HS provides the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The more aged SX240 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.