What to Expect from Canon SX70 HS Camera?

Here is our expectation of the popular premium series compact, Canon SX70 HS camera. The SX-series Canon is one of the most popular camera in the company’s lineup.

Canon is allegedly working on a replacement for the SX60 HS consumer long zoom compact. As predicted the upcoming  product will probably called SX70 HS.

Canon has a schedule of this products and introduce a new version every year. The device in question is a high-end model that would be the replacement of SX60 HS. There is no signal of a successor model from the beginning of 2017. In this post you’ll find what we expect from Canon SX70 HS camera.

Our expectations about the Canon SX70 HS camera

The rumor mill didn’t provide when will be the premium compact camera become official. As a result Canon SX70 HS camera price and release date information remains unknown. It is expected to be announced in next several weeks or months. First let’s remember the SX60 HS specs and details.

Canon SX60 HS

The PowerShot SX60 HS comes with a gigantic 65X optical zoom lens equivalent to 21-1365mm. The camera features as 16.1 CMOS sensor with DIGIC 6 image processor. The specs list also include 6.4 fps continuous shooting, 1080/60p video, and a max ISO of 3200 (at full resolution).

Expectations for Canon SX70 HS camera

The company is on the verge to announce a new premium compact camera called the Canon SX70 HS. Here are our thoughts and expectations for the SX70 HS camera.

  • 20.1MP sensor
  • DIGIC 7 image processor
  • 85x optical zoom (to compete against Nikon P900)
  • ISO 12,800
  • Hybrid IS
  • Improved battery life
  • Price around $500

We hope the Canon SX70 HS camera will arrive in early 2018. Please feel free to relay your comments, or suggestions.