Canon SX70 HS vs Leica X2

Below, we are contrasting the Canon SX70 HS versus Leica X2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Leica. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and X2 (16MP) and the SX70 HS (1/2.3") and X2 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The SX70 HS was introduced 6 years later than the X2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica X2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX70 HS matches up against the X2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Leica X2. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Leica X2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX70 HS provides physical measurements of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Leica X2 has sizing of 124mm x 69mm x 52mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 2.0") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX70 HS and the X2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and X2 is 63 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The graphic below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX70 HS and X2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX70 HS having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Canon SX70 HS will provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher SX70 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.