Canon PowerShot SX420 IS vs Pentax Optio P70

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and the Pentax Optio P70, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS was introduced in January 2016 and Pentax Optio P70 was introduced in March 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX420 IS over Pentax Optio P70.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pentax Optio P70 over Canon PowerShot SX420 IS.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution and Pentax Optio P70 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS features a 20 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600. Pentax Optio P70 features a 12 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 64 - 6,400.

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS is equipped with DIGIC 4+ processor and can take pictures up to 5152 x 3864 resolution. Pentax Optio P70 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3072 x 2304, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1024 x 768.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon PowerShot SX420 IS

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Canon PowerShot SX420 IS

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.

Battery

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS comes with NB-11LH battery pack with battery life of 195 shots.

External Storage Slots

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Pentax Optio P70 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Canon PowerShot SX420 IS, and up to 1/1000 sec on Pentax Optio P70. Canon PowerShot SX420 IS can shoot continuously up to 0.5 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.00 m on Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and 4.60 m on Pentax Optio P70..

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS body has dimensions of 104 x 69 x 85 mm (4.09 x 2.72 x 3.35") and Pentax Optio P70 body has dimensions of 97 x 54 x 22 mm (3.82 x 2.13 x 0.87"). Canon PowerShot SX420 IS weighs 325 g (0.72 lb / 11.46 oz) and Pentax Optio P70 weighs 155 g (0.34 lb / 5.47 oz).

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS

Pentax Optio P70

104 mm

69 mm

97 mm

54 mm

69 mm

54 mm