Canon SX30 IS vs Sony a5000

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon SX30 IS vs Sony a5000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and a5000 (20MP) and the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and a5000 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The SX30 IS was revealed 4 years earlier than the a5000 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX30 IS grades versus the a5000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS & Sony Alpha a5000. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX30 IS Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX30 IS features external measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony a5000 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX30 IS compared to the a5000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX30 IS and a5000 is 64 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX30 IS and a5000.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX30 IS using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a5000 will produce more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SX30 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.