Canon SX520 HS vs Sony WX70

The following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX520 HS versus Sony WX70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 2 years after the WX70 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX520 HS scores versus the WX70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS offers outside measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX520 HS versus Sony WX70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX520 HS versus the WX70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and WX70 is 69 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and WX70.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX520 HS provides a benefit in sensor technology.