Canon SX520 HS vs Sony A7S

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX520 HS and Sony A7S, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and A7S (12MP) and the SX520 HS (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX520 HS was released 4 months later than the A7S and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX520 HS scores against the A7S with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Sony Alpha A7S. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS has got exterior dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX520 HS and Sony A7S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX520 HS vs the A7S.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and A7S is 69 and 77 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The photograph below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and A7S.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX520 HS featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Canon SX520 HS will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.