Canon SX70 HS vs Sony A6400

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon SX70 HS and Sony A6400, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX70 HS (20MP) and the A6400 (24MP) is very comparable but the SX70 HS (1/2.3") and A6400 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The SX70 HS was brought out 3 months prior to the A6400 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX70 HS grades versus the A6400 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS & Sony Alpha a6400. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX70 HS Gallery & Sony A6400 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX70 HS provides external measurements of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Sony A6400 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX70 HS and Sony A6400 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX70 HS versus the A6400.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and A6400 is 63 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX70 HS and A6400.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX70 HS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A6400 will show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.