Canon SX60 HS vs Sony A7R II

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon SX60 HS and Sony A7R II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the SX60 HS (1/2.3") and A7R II (Full frame) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX60 HS was released 8 months prior to the A7R II which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX60 HS grades against the A7R II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Sony Alpha A7R II. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX60 HS has exterior dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Sony A7R II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX60 HS compared to the A7R II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and A7R II is 61 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX60 HS and A7R II.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX60 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A7R II will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 26MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SX60 HS will be behind in sensor tech.