Canon SX70 HS vs Fujifilm S8400W

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon SX70 HS vs Fujifilm S8400W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was launched 5 years later than the Fujifilm S8400W and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX70 HS grades vs the Fujifilm S8400W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S8400W. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S8400W Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX70 HS has got physical measurements of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8400W has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX70 HS vs Fujifilm S8400W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX70 HS compared to the Fujifilm S8400W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and Fujifilm S8400W is 63 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX70 HS and Fujifilm S8400W.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX70 HS to produce more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger SX70 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.