Canon SX240 HS vs Sony a3500

Lets examine more closely at the Canon SX240 HS versus Sony a3500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and a3500 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The SX240 HS was launched 3 years before the a3500 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX240 HS grades vs the a3500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Sony Alpha a3500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS provides exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony a3500 has proportions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX240 HS and the a3500.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and a3500 is 91 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and a3500.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX240 HS due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony a3500 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SX240 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.