Canon 700D vs Canon SX710 HS

Below, we will be matching up the Canon 700D versus Canon SX710 HS, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Canon. The resolution of the 700D (18MP) and the SX710 HS (20MP) is relatively similar but the 700D (APS-C) and SX710 HS (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The 700D was released 19 months earlier than the SX710 HS which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon 700D being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 700D scores against the SX710 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 700D & Canon PowerShot SX710 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon 700D Gallery & Canon SX710 HS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 700D has external measurements of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Canon SX710 HS has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check out the Canon 700D versus Canon SX710 HS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the 700D compared to the SX710 HS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 700D and SX710 HS is 65 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 700D and SX710 HS.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 700D featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon SX710 HS will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged 700D is going to be behind in sensor innovation.