Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon Z7

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon SX400 IS versus Nikon Z7, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and Z7 (46MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and Z7 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX400 IS was manufactured 5 years earlier than the Z7 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX400 IS scores versus the Z7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Nikon Z7. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Nikon Z7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX400 IS has got external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX400 IS vs the Z7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and Z7 is 81 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX400 IS and Z7.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX400 IS due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Nikon Z7 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 30MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SX400 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.