Canon SX600 HS vs Sony A7S III

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX600 HS versus Sony A7S III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SX600 HS (16MP) and A7S III (12MP) and the SX600 HS (1/2.3") and A7S III (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

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The SX600 HS was launched 7 years prior to the A7S III which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX600 HS grades against the A7S III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Sony Alpha A7S III. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Sony A7S III Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX600 HS provides external measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony A7S III has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX600 HS versus Sony A7S III in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX600 HS compared to the A7S III.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and A7S III is 93 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and A7S III.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX600 HS because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Canon SX600 HS will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SX600 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.