Canon SX170 IS vs Canon SX30 IS

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX170 IS versus Canon SX30 IS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. The resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the SX30 IS (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was launched 2 years later than the SX30 IS and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX170 IS matches up vs the SX30 IS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Canon PowerShot SX30 IS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Canon SX30 IS Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS comes with external measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Canon SX30 IS has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX170 IS versus Canon SX30 IS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX170 IS vs the SX30 IS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and SX30 IS is 88 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and SX30 IS.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX170 IS to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX170 IS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.