Canon SX70 HS vs Sony HX50V

Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX70 HS versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX70 HS (20MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was manufactured 5 years after the HX50V which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX70 HS matches up vs the HX50V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX70 HS provides external 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 HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX70 HS and the HX50V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX70 HS and HX50V is 63 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX70 HS and HX50V.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SX70 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.