Canon SX700 HS vs Fujifilm X20

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SX700 HS and Fujifilm X20, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the SX700 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") use totally different sensor size.

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The SX700 HS was launched 10 months after the Fujifilm X20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX700 HS grades vs the Fujifilm X20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Fujifilm X20. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Fujifilm X20 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX700 HS features physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Fujifilm X20 has sizing of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX700 HS against the Fujifilm X20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and Fujifilm X20 is 89 and 83 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and Fujifilm X20.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX700 HS featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon SX700 HS will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger SX700 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.