Canon SX30 IS vs Sony NEX-7

Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX30 IS versus Sony NEX-7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) and the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and NEX-7 (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The SX30 IS was released 15 months earlier than the NEX-7 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX30 IS grades versus the NEX-7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX30 IS features external measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sony NEX-7 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX30 IS versus Sony NEX-7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX30 IS vs the NEX-7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and NEX-7 is 64 and 84 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX30 IS and NEX-7.

Clearly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX30 IS due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony NEX-7 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older SX30 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.