Canon SX70 HS vs Sony RX100 VII

Let's examine more closely at the Canon SX70 HS vs Sony RX100 VII, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX70 HS (20MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is relatively well matched but the SX70 HS (1/2.3") and RX100 VII (1") possess different sensor sizes.

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The SX70 HS was revealed 10 months earlier than the RX100 VII and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX70 HS scores vs the RX100 VII in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX70 HS features outer measurements of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VII has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX70 HS vs Sony RX100 VII in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX70 HS vs the RX100 VII.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and RX100 VII is 63 and 88 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX70 HS and RX100 VII.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The SX70 HS uses the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The more aged SX70 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.