Canon 100D vs Canon SX700 HS

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon 100D vs Canon SX700 HS, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Canon. The image resolution of the 100D (18MP) and the SX700 HS (16MP) is pretty comparable but the 100D (APS-C) and SX700 HS (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The 100D was manufactured 6 months prior to the SX700 HS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 100D being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 100D scores versus the SX700 HS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 100D & Canon PowerShot SX700 HS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 100D Gallery & Canon SX700 HS Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 100D has got exterior measurements of 117mm x 91mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Canon SX700 HS has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 100D and the SX700 HS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 100D and SX700 HS is 73 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 100D and SX700 HS.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 100D featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon 100D will provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.