Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon S4300

Here is a extended overview of the Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon S4300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the S4300 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was revealed 2 years later than the S4300 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX700 HS scores against the S4300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The full galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX700 HS has got physical 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 S4300 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon S4300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX700 HS vs the S4300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and S4300 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and S4300.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX700 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.