Canon SX400 IS vs Sony a1

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX400 IS vs Sony a1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and a1 (50MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The SX400 IS was released 7 years before the a1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX400 IS matches up versus the a1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS features physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Sony a1 has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX400 IS compared to the a1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and a1 is 81 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and a1.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX400 IS because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony a1 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 34 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX400 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.