Canon SX70 HS vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Lets look much closer at the Canon SX70 HS vs Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX70 HS (20MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is pretty comparable but the SX70 HS (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The SX70 HS was brought out 5 years later than the Galaxy NX and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX70 HS scores versus the Galaxy NX when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon SX70 HS features exterior 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 Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX70 HS vs Samsung Galaxy NX in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX70 HS compared to the Galaxy NX.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and Galaxy NX is 63 and 82 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX70 HS and Galaxy NX.

All in all, both the cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The SX70 HS has got the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh tougher. The newer SX70 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.