Canon SX30 IS vs Sony A7S II

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon SX30 IS and Sony A7S II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is pretty comparable but the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX30 IS was launched 6 years earlier than the A7S II and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX30 IS grades vs the A7S II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Sony Alpha A7S II. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX30 IS offers outer measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sony A7S II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX30 IS and Sony A7S II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX30 IS and the A7S II.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and A7S II is 64 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX30 IS and A7S II.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX30 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Canon SX30 IS will show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older SX30 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.