Canon SX1 IS vs Canon SX700 HS

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon SX1 IS versus Canon SX700 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are sold by Canon. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and SX700 HS (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was brought out 5 years prior to the SX700 HS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX1 IS scores versus the SX700 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Canon PowerShot SX700 HS. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Canon SX700 HS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX1 IS has got external measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Canon SX700 HS has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

See the Canon SX1 IS versus Canon SX700 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX1 IS vs the SX700 HS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and SX700 HS is 64 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX1 IS and SX700 HS.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX700 HS to result in extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older SX1 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.