Canon SX70 HS vs Samsung WB2200F

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX70 HS and Samsung WB2200F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and WB2200F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was announced 4 years later than the WB2200F and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX70 HS grades versus the WB2200F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Samsung WB2200F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX70 HS provides exterior measurements of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Samsung WB2200F has proportions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX70 HS and Samsung WB2200F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SX70 HS compared to the WB2200F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and WB2200F is 63 and 59 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The visual here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX70 HS and WB2200F.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX70 HS to give more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern SX70 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.