Canon SX700 HS vs Sony HX99

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX700 HS and Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is pretty similar but the SX700 HS (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) possess different sensor sizes.

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The SX700 HS was released 5 years prior to the HX99 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX700 HS grades vs the HX99 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys external dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX700 HS and Sony HX99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX700 HS compared to the HX99.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and HX99 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and HX99.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX700 HS due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony HX99 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SX700 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.