Canon SX240 HS vs Pentax X70

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX240 HS and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the X70 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX240 HS grades versus the X70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Pentax X70. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS has outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax X70 has measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX240 HS and the X70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and X70 is 91 and 71 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and X70.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX240 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.