Canon SX540 HS vs Sony RX10 IV

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX540 HS vs Sony RX10 IV, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX540 HS (20MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is pretty close but the SX540 HS (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") posses different sensor measurements.

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The SX540 HS was introduced 20 months prior to the RX10 IV which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX540 HS grades vs the RX10 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX540 HS has physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 IV has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") having a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX540 HS vs Sony RX10 IV in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX540 HS compared to the RX10 IV.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and RX10 IV is 69 and 52 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and RX10 IV.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor dimensions. The SX540 HS has got the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult. The more aged SX540 HS will be behind in sensor innovation.