Canon SX70 HS vs Sony W800

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon SX70 HS and Sony W800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX70 HS (20MP) and the W800 (20MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was launched 4 years later than the W800 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX70 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX70 HS grades versus the W800 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX70 HS features exterior dimensions 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 Sony W800 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Canon SX70 HS and Sony W800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX70 HS vs the W800.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and W800 is 63 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX70 HS and W800.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of files though you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX70 HS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.