Canon SX70 HS vs Samsung NX10

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon SX70 HS versus Samsung NX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and NX10 (15MP) and the SX70 HS (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX70 HS was released 8 years after the NX10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX70 HS matches up versus the NX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Samsung NX10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX70 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX10 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX70 HS versus Samsung NX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX70 HS compared to the NX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and NX10 is 63 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The image below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX70 HS and NX10.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX70 HS featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Canon SX70 HS will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern SX70 HS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.