Canon SX600 HS vs Canon SX70 HS

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon SX600 HS vs Canon SX70 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are offered by Canon. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the SX70 HS (20MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was manufactured 5 years prior to the SX70 HS which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX600 HS grades against the SX70 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Canon PowerShot SX70 HS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Canon SX70 HS Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX600 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Canon SX70 HS has sizing of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX600 HS vs Canon SX70 HS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX600 HS and the SX70 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and SX70 HS is 93 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and SX70 HS.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX70 HS to give you greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged SX600 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.