Canon SX400 IS vs Sony A580

Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX400 IS vs Sony A580, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the A580 (16MP) is very well matched but the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX400 IS was announced 3 years later than the A580 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX400 IS matches up vs the A580 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Sony A580 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS has got exterior measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Sony A580 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX400 IS and the A580.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and A580 is 81 and 64 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX400 IS and A580.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The SX400 IS includes the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh tougher. The more modern SX400 IS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.