Canon SX240 HS vs Sony A33

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX240 HS vs Sony A33, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The SX240 HS was introduced 18 months after the A33 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX240 HS grades versus the A33 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Sony SLT-A33. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS features outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A33 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX240 HS against the A33.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and A33 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and A33.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX240 HS having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A33 will resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX240 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.