Canon SX70 HS vs Ricoh CX4

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon SX70 HS and Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and CX4 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was launched 8 years later than the CX4 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX70 HS scores vs the CX4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX70 HS features external 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) and the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX70 HS vs the CX4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and CX4 is 63 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX70 HS and CX4.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX70 HS to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger SX70 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.