Canon SX510 HS vs Sony H70
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Canon SX510 HS vs Sony H70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Announced August 2013
- Old Model is Canon SX500 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched January 2011

Canon SX510 HS vs Sony H70 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX510 HS and Sony H70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and H70 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX510 HS was manufactured 2 years after the H70 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX510 HS matches up versus the H70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX510 HS vs Sony H70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Sony H70
SX510 HS | H70 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 32 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H70 over the Canon SX510 HS
H70 | SX510 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX510 HS and Sony H70
SX510 HS | H70 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon SX510 HS vs Sony H70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX510 HS has got physical dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Sony H70 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX510 HS and Sony H70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX510 HS and the H70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and H70 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX510 HS vs Sony H70 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and H70.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony H70 to produce extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer SX510 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX510 HS vs Sony H70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX510 HS vs Sony H70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-08-22 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 349 gr (0.77 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $249 | $199 |