Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon B700
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Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon B700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 251g - 108 x 71 x 44mm
- Announced August 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Announced February 2016
Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon B700 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX170 IS and Nikon B700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the B700 (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe SX170 IS was unveiled 3 years before the B700 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX170 IS grades vs the B700 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon B700 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Nikon Coolpix B700. The full galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Nikon B700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Nikon B700
SX170 IS | B700 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon B700 over the Canon SX170 IS
B700 | SX170 IS | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | August 2013 | More modern by 30 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Nikon B700
SX170 IS | B700 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon B700 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS provides outer measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Nikon B700 has specifications of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX170 IS and Nikon B700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX170 IS and the B700.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and B700 is 88 and 65 respectively.
Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon B700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and B700.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon B700 to give you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX170 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon B700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Nikon Coolpix B700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Nikon Coolpix B700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-08-22 | 2016-02-23 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 921k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 7.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 251 gr (0.55 lb) | 565 gr (1.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 350 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $0 | $500 |