Canon SX30 IS vs Sony RX1R

Here is a detailed overview of the Canon SX30 IS versus Sony RX1R, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The SX30 IS was released 3 years prior to the RX1R and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX30 IS scores versus the RX1R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX30 IS provides physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX30 IS versus Sony RX1R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX30 IS versus the RX1R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and RX1R is 64 and 79 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX30 IS and RX1R.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX30 IS because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX1R will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SX30 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.