Canon SX70 HS vs Samsung NX mini

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX70 HS versus Samsung NX mini, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX70 HS (20MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is pretty similar but the SX70 HS (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") possess different sensor sizing.

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The SX70 HS was revealed 4 years later than the NX mini 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 Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX70 HS scores vs the NX mini in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX70 HS has got external dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX70 HS versus Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX70 HS compared to the NX mini.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and NX mini is 63 and 93 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX70 HS and NX mini.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX70 HS using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX mini will offer you greater detail because of its extra 0.5MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern SX70 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.