Canon SX240 HS vs Sony RX1R

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX240 HS versus Sony RX1R, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX240 HS was unveiled 16 months before the RX1R making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX240 HS grades vs the RX1R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS features physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony RX1R has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX240 HS versus Sony RX1R in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the RX1R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and RX1R is 91 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and RX1R.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX240 HS with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX1R will result in greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older SX240 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.