Canon SX410 IS vs Sony A7

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX410 IS versus Sony A7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX410 IS (20MP) and the A7 (24MP) is pretty close but the SX410 IS (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX410 IS was unveiled 13 months after the A7 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX410 IS scores versus the A7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS & Sony Alpha A7. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX410 IS Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX410 IS offers outer measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX410 IS versus Sony A7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX410 IS against the A7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX410 IS and A7 is 80 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX410 IS and A7.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX410 IS using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A7 will result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent SX410 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.