Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SX700 HS

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon A2100 IS versus Canon SX700 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Canon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the A2100 IS (12MP) and SX700 HS (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was introduced 6 years earlier than the SX700 HS and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A2100 IS matches up versus the SX700 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Canon PowerShot SX700 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Canon SX700 HS Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A2100 IS features physical measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Canon SX700 HS has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A2100 IS against the SX700 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and SX700 HS is 92 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and SX700 HS.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX700 HS to give you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older A2100 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.