Canon SX540 HS vs Canon SX70 HS

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX540 HS versus Canon SX70 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. The image resolution of the SX540 HS (20MP) and the SX70 HS (20MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

The SX540 HS was revealed 3 years earlier than the SX70 HS and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX540 HS matches up vs the SX70 HS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Canon PowerShot SX70 HS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Canon SX70 HS Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX540 HS provides external measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Canon SX70 HS has specifications of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX540 HS versus Canon SX70 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX540 HS against the SX70 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and SX70 HS is 69 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX540 HS and SX70 HS.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX540 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.