Canon SX70 HS vs FujiFilm S1600

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX70 HS versus FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and S1600 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was launched 8 years later than the S1600 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX70 HS scores versus the S1600 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX70 HS offers physical dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) while the FujiFilm S1600 has dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX70 HS compared to the S1600.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and S1600 is 63 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX70 HS and S1600.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX70 HS to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX70 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.