Canon SX130 IS vs Canon SX700 HS

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SX130 IS versus Canon SX700 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by Canon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and SX700 HS (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was introduced 4 years prior to the SX700 HS which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX130 IS matches up vs the SX700 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Canon PowerShot SX700 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Canon SX700 HS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX130 IS provides exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Canon SX700 HS has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX130 IS versus Canon SX700 HS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX130 IS vs the SX700 HS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and SX700 HS is 85 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and SX700 HS.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon SX700 HS to resolve more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SX130 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.