Canon SX270 HS vs Sony A7R

The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX270 HS vs Sony A7R, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and A7R (36MP) and the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX270 HS was introduced 10 months prior to the A7R which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX270 HS scores against the A7R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Sony Alpha A7R. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS has outer dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX270 HS vs Sony A7R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the A7R.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and A7R is 91 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and A7R.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX270 HS having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R will give you extra detail using its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX270 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.