Canon SX400 IS vs Sony A7

Below is a complete analysis of the Canon SX400 IS vs Sony A7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and A7 (24MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) use different sensor dimensions.

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The SX400 IS was launched 7 months later than the A7 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX400 IS matches up against the A7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Sony Alpha A7. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX400 IS offers external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Sony A7 has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX400 IS against the A7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and A7 is 81 and 78 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and A7.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX400 IS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern SX400 IS should have an edge in sensor technology.