Canon SX70 HS vs Fujifilm JX550

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX70 HS and Fujifilm JX550, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was brought out 6 years later than the Fujifilm JX550 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX70 HS grades versus the Fujifilm JX550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS & Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX70 HS Gallery & Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX70 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JX550 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX70 HS and Fujifilm JX550 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX70 HS and the Fujifilm JX550.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX70 HS and Fujifilm JX550 is 63 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX70 HS and Fujifilm JX550.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX70 HS to give you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer SX70 HS should have an edge in sensor technology.