Canon SX60 HS vs Sony A7 III

Below, we will be matching up the Canon SX60 HS and Sony A7 III, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and A7 III (24MP) and the SX60 HS (1/2.3") and A7 III (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX60 HS was unveiled 4 years prior to the A7 III which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX60 HS grades vs the A7 III with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Sony Alpha A7 III. The full galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX60 HS comes with external measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Sony A7 III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Check the Canon SX60 HS and Sony A7 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX60 HS and the A7 III.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX60 HS and A7 III is 61 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX60 HS and A7 III.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX60 HS having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7 III will resolve extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX60 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.