Canon PowerShot SX70 HS Black

MPN: 3071C002  |  EAN: 4549292119169  |  Model: PowerShot SX70 HS

Price Information

£471.65

as at 25 Sep 19 | 12:40 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Canon PowerShot SX70 HS Black - 3071C002 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Bridge Camera
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Travel
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Just Right
Live Streaming
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Event Videos
Just Right
4K Videos
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Home Videos
Just Right
High FPS Videos
Just Right
Sports Photography
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
WiFi Connectivity
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Professional Looks
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

Kind of Camera

Selecting a Bridge Camera means you'll have a device that comes with the photo capabilities of a DSLR while being more portable and easier to put away while out and about.

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Canon PowerShot SX70 HS camera would suit you adequately.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the PowerShot SX70 HS is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 9 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

Video skill level

Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Canon PowerShot SX70 HS video camera should be sufficient for your needs.

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Video Scenarios

Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Canon provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.

For those special occasions, this Canon camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Canon PowerShot SX70 HS is a great companion to have.

For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor ( mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. It also packs in Wi-Fi in this neat package.

Other Video needs

Ultra High Definition - you'll be able to capture immersive and highly detailed footage with this camera's 4K capability.

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Photo Scenarios

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Canon PowerShot SX70 HS makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the PowerShot SX70 HS.

As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its (mm) sensor size, the Canon PowerShot SX70 HS, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.

Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Canon, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.

As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the PowerShot SX70 HS is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*}

In scenarios where animals are darting about, the burst mode on this camera comes in handy as well as it's Tracking Focus capability. The combination of these features and the  (mm) Image Sensor on this camera, provides you with a device that suits your wildlife photography needs - whether tranquil or dramatic.

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Canon has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.

Other considerations

Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.

Style

Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the PowerShot SX70 HS showcases your refined taste in mobile cameras. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

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Technical Specifications

Canon PowerShot SX70 HS Black - 3071C002 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Bridge camera
Operating Temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.4-6.5
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Built-in Processor Yes
Direct Printing Yes
Image Formats Supported EXIF, JPEG, RAW
Languages Support ARA, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HEB, HIN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 10 s
Shooting Modes Aperture priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Scene, Shutter priority
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Compensation Yes
Flash Exposure Correction ±2EV (1/3 EV step)
Flash Modes Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash Range (tele) 1.8 - 4 m
Flash Range (wide) 0.48 - 6.5 m
Flash Sync-speed 1/2000 s
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 9
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Face detection, Face tracking, One Shot Focus, Servo Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Face Detection Yes
Focus TTL
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
ISO Sensitivity 100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 320, 400, 500, 640, 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2250, 2500, 3200
ISO Sensitivity (max) 3200
ISO Sensitivity (min) 100
Light Exposure Correction ± 3EV (1/3EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Auto, Manual
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Partial, Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/2000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 15 s
Video
4K Video Capable Yes
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
HD Type 4K Ultra HD
Live stream capable 1
Max FPS @4K 30
Maximum Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 pixels
Resolution At Capture Speed 1280x720@50fps, 1280x720@60fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@50fps, 1920x1080@60fps, 3840x2160@25fps, 3840x2160@30fps
Supported Aspect Ratios 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported H.264, MP4, MPEG4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080, 3840 x 2160 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported AAC-LC
Audio System Stereo
Built-in Microphone Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Lens System
Combined Zoom 260 x
Digital Zoom 4 x
Extra/Smart Zoom 130 x
Focal Length Range (f-f) 3.8 - 247 mm
Lens Structure (elements/groups) 15/11
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 1365 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 3.4
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 21 mm
Optical Zoom 65 x
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display LCD
Display Diagonal 3
Display Resolution (numeric) 922000 pixels
Field Of View 100 %
Flip-out Screen Yes
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Correction Yes
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Viewfinder Screen Size 0.39 "
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size 1/2.3
Megapixel 20.3 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Technical Details
Image Processor DIGIC 8
Other Features
PictBridge Yes
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
DC-in Jack Yes
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type Micro
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB Connector Micro-USB B
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 325 shots
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Type LP-E12
Number Of Batteries Supported 1
Power Source Type Battery
Video Recording Time 360 h
Networking
Bluetooth Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
Wi-Fi Standards b/g/n
Packaging Content
AC Adapter Included Yes
Batteries Included Yes
Battery Charger Included Yes
Bundled Software Image Transfer Utility, Camera Connect App
Cables Included USB
Lens Cap Included Yes
Wrist Strap Included Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 16.6 mm
Height 90.9 mm
Weight 610 g
Width 127 mm
System Requirements
Mac Operating Systems Supported Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Windows Operating Systems Supported Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 5184 x 3888 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 5184 x 3888, 5184 x 3456, 5184 x 2912, 3888 x 3888, 3648 x 2736, 3648 x 2432, 3648 x 2048, 2736 x 2736, 2432 x 1824, 2432 x 1616, 2432 x 1368, 1824 x 1824
Memory
Memory Slots 1
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 10 - 90 %