Fujifilm SL240 vs Sony A7

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm SL240 versus Sony A7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and A7 (24MP) and the Fujifilm SL240 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) posses different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm SL240 was brought out 24 months earlier than the A7 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm SL240 scores versus the A7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 & Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL240 enjoys exterior dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony A7 has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 vs the A7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL240 and A7 is 67 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL240 and A7.

Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm SL240 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7 will produce greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL240 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.