Canon SX410 IS vs Sony A9

The following is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX410 IS versus Sony A9, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX410 IS (20MP) and the A9 (24MP) is very well matched but the SX410 IS (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) provide different sensor sizes.

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The SX410 IS was introduced 3 years earlier than the A9 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX410 IS grades vs the A9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Sony Alpha A9. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX410 IS enjoys outside 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) and the Sony A9 has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") along with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX410 IS versus Sony A9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX410 IS versus the A9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX410 IS and A9 is 80 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX410 IS and A9.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX410 IS having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A9 will resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX410 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.