Canon SX70 HS vs Sony H400

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX70 HS vs Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX70 HS (20MP) and the H400 (20MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was unveiled 4 years later than the H400 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX70 HS matches up against the H400 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX70 HS features exterior dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Sony H400 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX70 HS against the H400.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX70 HS and H400 is 63 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX70 HS and H400.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of files although you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX70 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.