Canon SX270 HS vs Sony A7c

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX270 HS versus Sony A7c, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and A7c (24MP) and the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and A7c (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The SX270 HS was introduced 8 years earlier than the A7c and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the A7c when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Sony Alpha A7c. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX270 HS versus Sony A7c in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX270 HS against the A7c.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and A7c is 91 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and A7c.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX270 HS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony A7c will offer you extra detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older SX270 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.