Canon SX70 HS vs Fujifilm X-E2S

Below, we are matching up the Canon SX70 HS versus Fujifilm X-E2S, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and the SX70 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The SX70 HS was revealed 2 years after the Fujifilm X-E2S which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm X-E2S being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX70 HS grades versus the Fujifilm X-E2S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS & Fujifilm X-E2S. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX70 HS Gallery & Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX70 HS enjoys outer 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) whilst the Fujifilm X-E2S has dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX70 HS versus Fujifilm X-E2S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX70 HS vs the Fujifilm X-E2S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX70 HS and Fujifilm X-E2S is 63 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX70 HS and Fujifilm X-E2S.

All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX70 HS with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon SX70 HS will offer you more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger SX70 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.