Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon S33

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SX700 HS and Nikon S33, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and S33 (13MP) and the SX700 HS (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX700 HS was announced 12 months earlier than the S33 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX700 HS scores versus the S33 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Nikon Coolpix S33. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Nikon S33 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS offers outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Nikon S33 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX700 HS and Nikon S33 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX700 HS versus the S33.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and S33 is 89 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The visual here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and S33.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX700 HS having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon SX700 HS will give you greater detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older SX700 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.