Canon SX260 HS vs Pentax X70

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon SX260 HS and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 3 years later than the X70 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX260 HS grades vs the X70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Pentax X70. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS offers external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Pentax X70 has proportions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS and Pentax X70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX260 HS vs the X70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and X70 is 91 and 71 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and X70.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX260 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.