Canon SX70 HS vs Fujifilm S1500

Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon SX70 HS and Fujifilm S1500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was revealed 9 years later than the Fujifilm S1500 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX70 HS grades versus the Fujifilm S1500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX70 HS has got physical dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1500 has proportions of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX70 HS and Fujifilm S1500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX70 HS against the Fujifilm S1500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and Fujifilm S1500 is 63 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX70 HS and Fujifilm S1500.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX70 HS to give greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer SX70 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.