Canon SX700 HS vs Sony H300
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Canon SX700 HS vs Sony H300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Launched February 2014
- Later Model is Canon SX710 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014

Canon SX700 HS vs Sony H300 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX700 HS versus Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the H300 (20MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX700 HS was launched around the same time to the H300 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX700 HS scores versus the H300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX700 HS vs Sony H300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Sony H300
SX700 HS | H300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Canon SX700 HS
H300 | SX700 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Sony H300
SX700 HS | H300 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon SX700 HS vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX700 HS has got external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony H300 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX700 HS versus Sony H300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX700 HS against the H300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and H300 is 89 and 63 respectively.

Canon SX700 HS vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and H300.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony H300 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively.

Canon SX700 HS vs Sony H300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX700 HS vs Sony H300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 6 | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dot |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 8.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 lb) | 590 grams (1.30 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 350 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $349 | $249 |