Canon SX220 HS vs Sony A7S

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SX220 HS versus Sony A7S, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the A7S (12MP) is very well matched but the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) come with different sensor measurements.

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The SX220 HS was announced 4 years earlier than the A7S which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX220 HS scores vs the A7S for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS and Sony Alpha A7S. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS has outer measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX220 HS versus Sony A7S in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the A7S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and A7S is 96 and 77 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and A7S.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact megapixels but different sensor sizes. The SX220 HS has got the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field more challenging. The more aged SX220 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.