Canon SX30 IS vs Nikon B700
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Canon SX30 IS vs Nikon B700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 601g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
- Announced September 2010
- Superseded the Canon SX20 IS
- Newer Model is Canon SX40 HS
(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
- Revealed February 2016
Canon SX30 IS vs Nikon B700 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX30 IS vs Nikon B700, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and B700 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX30 IS was revealed 6 years earlier than the B700 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX30 IS scores vs the B700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX30 IS vs Nikon B700 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Nikon Coolpix B700. The full galleries are available at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Nikon B700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX30 IS over the Nikon B700
SX30 IS | B700 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon B700 over the Canon SX30 IS
B700 | SX30 IS | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | September 2010 | More modern by 66 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX30 IS and Nikon B700
SX30 IS | B700 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Canon SX30 IS vs Nikon B700 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX30 IS has physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Nikon B700 has specifications of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX30 IS vs Nikon B700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX30 IS compared to the B700.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX30 IS and B700 is 64 and 65 respectively.
Canon SX30 IS vs Nikon B700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX30 IS and B700.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon B700 to render extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX30 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Canon SX30 IS vs Nikon B700 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX30 IS vs Nikon B700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Nikon Coolpix B700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX30 IS | Nikon Coolpix B700 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-09-14 | 2016-02-23 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 921k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 7.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 601 gr (1.32 lbs) | 565 gr (1.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 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 | - | 350 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-7L | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $400 | $500 |