Canon SX70 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Following is a complete review of the Canon SX70 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was unveiled 4 years after the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX70 HS matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX70 HS Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX70 HS enjoys physical measurements 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX70 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX70 HS and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX70 HS and Galaxy Camera 2 is 63 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX70 HS and Galaxy Camera 2.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX70 HS to give you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX70 HS should have an edge in sensor innovation.