Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the GoPro Hero8 Black and Canon SX1 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. GoPro Hero8 Black has external dimensions of 66 x 49 x 28 mm (2.61 x 1.91 x 1.12″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX1 IS has external dimensions of 128 x 88 x 88 mm (5.04 x 3.46 x 3.46″) and weighs 615 g (1.36 lb / 21.69 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the GoPro Hero8 Black and the Canon SX1 IS. GoPro Hero8 Black is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 62mm narrower, 39mm shorter and 60mm thinner than Canon SX1 IS.
Comparison image of the GoPro Hero8 Black and the Canon SX1 IS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
GoPro Hero8 Black is significantly lighter (489g ) than the Canon SX1 IS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the Hero8 Black has a big advantage over the SX1 IS which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX1 IS's 2.80" LCD screen is slightly larger than GoPro Hero8 Black's 2″ screen.
Moreover, Canon SX1 IS sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, GoPro Hero8 Black has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX1 IS.
