Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon L26
89 Imaging
40 Features
51 Overall
44
93 Imaging
39 Features
24 Overall
33
Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon L26 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Newer Model is Canon SX710 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Launched February 2012
Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon L26 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX700 HS versus Nikon L26, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the L26 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SX700 HS was brought out 2 years later than the L26 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX700 HS scores vs the L26 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon L26 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Nikon Coolpix L26. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Nikon L26
SX700 HS | L26 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | February 2014 | February 2012 | More recent by 25 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Canon SX700 HS
L26 | SX700 HS |
---|
Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Nikon L26
SX700 HS | L26 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX700 HS features outer dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Nikon L26 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX700 HS versus Nikon L26 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX700 HS against the L26.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and L26 is 89 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and L26.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The newer SX700 HS should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-02-12 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269g (0.59 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 200 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $349 | $70 |