Canon SX710 HS vs Sony a5000

Following is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX710 HS vs Sony a5000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX710 HS (20MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the SX710 HS (1/2.3") and a5000 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The SX710 HS was launched 13 months after the a5000 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX710 HS matches up vs the a5000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Sony Alpha a5000. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS provides outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony a5000 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX710 HS vs the a5000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and a5000 is 89 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and a5000.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizes. The SX710 HS uses the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more difficult. The more recent SX710 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.