Canon SX70HS A real super SUPER Zoom!
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- čas přidán 28. 02. 2022
- A detailed review of the Canon SX70 with plenty of video and photo samples.
We take a look at image quality, zoom at the various levels, proper camera settings, stabilization and low light performance and much more.
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Your presentation is effective and informative without being overly serious. This is rather rare on CZcams. Your videos are very watchable, also rare to hold interest throughout. I've owned this camera since it came out, also own the SX50. Both are good but the SX70HS is far better in many ways. These cameras fill a great gap in the range of cameras out there. This one I highly recommend as a travel/vacation camera. You'll come home with shots you'd never get with most cameras and you''ll travel light! Keep up the good work & I'll keep watching and learning new things about gear I already own!
Hi there my friend. Thank you very much for the kind words! Glad you are enjoying the SX70..definitely a fun camera with an amazing zoom that is perfect for a vacation! Glad to have you onobard!
I really like your style on how you present information. You don't rush and if there's a point that isn't obvious you go into it so we can all avoid making a mistake. Big 👍's up.
Thank you ! Really appreciate that.
I really needed this video, thank you so much! You covered all the possible topics, all the details, and cleared up a lot about the equipment. I've been trying to decide which camera and lens to buy for a few months now, and it's pretty expensive for me at the moment. I started thinking about getting a SUPERZOOM camera and your video really helped me with that decision.
I will use it mainly for birding
Hi there. Thanks so much for the comment...!Best of luck with your new camera
Really cool review/tutorial! Didn't read the manual and feel much smarter after watching your video :) Thanks for that
Hey thank you ! Much appreciated glad it could help!
Excellent video the way you explain all the features of the SX 70. This is great and you helped me made my decision to buy this camera versus the SX 740 thank you.
Glad to hear ! Thanks so much for the comment - after you get it I have another video on my channel going into details on the operation of the camera if you’d like to check it out Good luck !
Really nice review. Great job!
Thank you !
Well reviewed...thnx
Fantastic review! Perfect timing to discover your channel as I just ordered the SX 70. I poured over what was available on YT. Your review is perfect as you took it out in the field 😎. For the price point I think I'll be satisfied after 12 yrs of using only cell phone cameras. My last "camera experience" was the PowerShot S3 IS 😳.
Great. ! So glad the video helped you I always think it’s best to give real world examples. Enjoy the camera. It’s really fun
Did you buy it ? If so how was the battery?
The toggle on the side of the lens operates a slower zoom that works really well with video. Of course, the zoom control located at the shutter button will also zoom at a slower rate. But, if you are not careful you may accidently zoom quickly which may not be a good look in the video.
Mas um vídeo muito bom ,tem mim ajudado muito a intender esta maquina .obg
Nice review of this ”old” camera. I use mine mainly for documenting wildlife. Compared to a system camera it is slow and needs a lot of light. It is not expensive and the size is small enough for me to always carry it in my backpack every day. It works great for both macro photo of insects, flowers etc and telephoto of birds, mammals etc.
One thing that is really annoying is that insertion of coordinates doesn’t work. I don’t know why Canon failed here because it worked well in the SX60!?
Hey thanks for the comment Which coordinates are you referring to ?
Thank you! This may be old to some but new to me. Went from Canon powershot SX50 and I do use for animals. Moose and deer. This video has helped me understand getting a clearer picture.
That’s great ! Thanks for your comment !
I'm still rockin the sx520
Dude. Top notch review. I really hope CZcams pushes your content to new viewers. Your delivery rivals top creators. I even enjoyed the corny jokes. I'm a mobile/drone creator shooting primarily in the deserts of southern Arizona. Been researching super zoom bridge cameras to add to my tool kit. I like the the price point but the smaller sensor and no hot shoe has me leaning toward a Panasonic. We'll see.
Hey man ! Much appreciated. I’m glad you like the corny jokes !(at least someone does)!! I love Arizona. Such a beautiful place -I tend to agree with your assessment on the camera. Great price but lots of compromises - Thanks again for your support
Great work
Thank you !
This channel is amazing!
Thank you !
Thanks a lot for this great Review.
I had the PowerShot SX50 hs and worked pretty well.
Now I am thinking about getting a new camera. And of course, the SX70 hs Is on mi mind. But I also watched your Review on the Sony RX10 IV and that's awesome... Bit more expensive, but I'm thinking It Is worth it. That Sony Is powerful!
Thanks again! And regards from Guadalajara City. ✌️
Hey. Thanks for the comment. To be honest there’s no comparison. The Sony is a way better camera. Better image. Better stabilization, better low light. Canon is lighter and cheaper. So it’s a trade off. Thanks again !!
Cheers this & the other videos have helped Alan H , UK
Glad to hear !
Very Good
Thanks
Nice Review...👍powershot made me interested in taking videos... 😊
Thank you ! That’s great to hear
Thanks for a very informative and easy to understand video. I am tossing up between the Nikon P950 / 1000. But after watching this, and a few other reviews, I am pretty much sold on this Canon. I currently have a Canon EOS 700D with standard lens and 55 - 250mm lens, but looking for something with a bit more zoom, mainly for wildlife and more portability than the heavy camera and lenses. For the price, I think this is the one. Again, cheers and thanks.
Hi there, thanks for your comment. Really appreciate it. Glad the video could be of help.
I thoroughly enjoy your videos! I was wondering if you have a manual available for purchase or download. In your videos, I can see a document at 3.14 about selecting the method for shooting raw among other ones. It would be fantastic to have access to these resources.
Hello, there, yes here is the link to the Canon advanced user menu:
gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/7/0300033177/01/PowerShot_SX70_HS_Advanced_User_Guide_EN.pdf
A few pages of that document I referenced in the video. Thanks so much for your comment!
@@techtoremember8096 THANKYOU SO MUCH! your video was really the best tutorial I have watched. Thank you for your time. P.S love your jokes in the video haha.
Great video! Its so in depth it puts othrr reviews to shame. Can I ask when taking video using zoom: 1. Does the camera lose focus easily on a moving subject and 2. Is the stabilization good for tracking moving subject?
Hey there ! Much appreciated for the comment - to answer your questions- as the zoom increases, the autofocus does have a tendency to hunt a bit You can see from the video that the stabilization to me was the biggest disappointment- at high zoom it’s pretty shaky so I would say for critical work , I think you might be disappointed especially if it’s a fast moving subject. Thanks again
@@techtoremember8096 hey thanks for fast reply. I guess things get tricky when its zoomed out anything more than 20x. I m using a Nikon B700 and its has disappointing videos when zoomed out and tracking moving subject. Especially in sunrise condition against the sun the auto white balance fails to correct and subject becomes over exposed while in gray skies condition the subject remains dark and under exposed. And top it off the inbuilt mic picks up internal sounds during recording. Auto focus loses subject easily if its moving when zoomed out and auto stabilization does nothing much even in HD mode only.
In your experience would you recommend for shooting video of moving subject in the sky, a Panasonic Lumix FZ2500 or a Nikon P1000? Thanks once again.
Hi I have not actually used the Panasonic model so I can’t say for sure but their contrast based AF was always a problem so my guess is the Nikons will be better !
@@techtoremember8096 thanks for the tip!
Which city is it? I'm watching from Italy, I've bought this camera last week and I'm learning to use it. I'm enjoying myself!
Hello my friend. This is New York City
Hope you enjoy the camera. Thanks for your comment !!
Nice review. I'll try this camera. Maybe would have been nicer if you used a tripod?
Hi there. Thanks for the comment. A tripod would definitely have given steadier footage but most people who buy this camera are using it casually and I wanted to show the results you can expect if using it without a tripod because in my opinion, this is how most people will be shooting. If Canon did a better job with the stabilization, I think this camera would show more promise. Thanks again.
Purchased one of these cameras after watching this superb video, can anyone recommend a case/bag for it at all please.
Literally any small canera bag will work The camera is pretty small
Great job!! Just watched this video after watching your video the other day on the Panasonic FZ300, out of the 2 which do you think would be the better camera please?? (or maybe get a P1000 or something similar??) Thank you very much!!
Thanks very much! Personally I think the FZ300 is a more consistent performer than the Canon. If you need the 1200mm zoom however the FZ300 will only get you half way there. If you need really an incredible zoom, then yes either the P950 or the p1000 are options (I have several videos on these cameras too). The P950 goes to 2000mm and is more manageable in terms of size and weight than the P1000. Its a bit more expensive than the Canon and Panasonic too, but I'd say if its within your budget and you don't mind a bit of extra heft, then you should consider the Nikons.. Otherwise the Panasonic still has great reach with 600mm and the images are surprisingly good. The Canon is good if there is ample light, but was a bit disappointed with the stabilization overall. Thanks for your comment.
@@techtoremember8096 thank you so much for your help! I went and bought the FZ 300, I’ve only taken two photos with it, just as a bit of a test and was very satisfied with those so far!
@johnprosser2142 great to hear ! I really hope you enjoy it and thanks for the update !
Preparing for a trip to Glacier NP and Banff Canada. Any tips for best results on landscape settings? I would like to set the C1 and C2 for Landscape and critter pics. I want to be able to zoom in on any possible animal encounters from a fair distance and still get shots that aren't too grainy. The pics from my Yellowstone visit are not as good as I had hoped. Had just recently purchased the SX70 and had not had a lot of time to play with it. Any tips are greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Hi! I have the same trip as you by the way coming up in September. A great spot for photography indeed. What I would recommend is try to avoid the temptation of using the longest zoom setting. Sometimes we feel we must use it because its "there" but in fact I have noticed a pretty significant degradation at full zoom. This is common with zoom lenses, especially ones like this which have such a long zoom range on such a small sensor, and to keep the price down, compromises must be made. So when you zoom in on those critters, try not to go to full zoom. Landscapes should be totally fine for the camera as they allow a lot of natural light in. I would suggest going full wide at 21MM to get the full advantage and try the panorama mode for shots as they can work great! Remember if you are shooting video, you will lose that wide angle in your landscapes so take plenty of photos in wide angle as opposed to videos. Good luck. Hope this helps.
@@techtoremember8096 What a coinsidence, we are going in September as well. We are really looking forward to it as so many people have told us how beautiful it is. Thank you for the info. I will try not to live by "have zoom, will zoom!"
Hey that’s great. Are you taking a tour or going on your own ?
@@techtoremember8096 We are going on our own with friends. Plan to hike and take it all in. First trip like this for our friends and they are like a couple of kids. Another reason I am hoping for some good shots, I always do a photo book of trips and want to do one for them from our time in Glacier and Banff. All my other photo books are from scuba trips using my Sealife 2000. I love the underwater photos it takes, but don't like what I have taken on land with it. That is why I got this one.
Ah ok. Great move. Smart to bring a dedicated camera instead of a cell phone. Have a great time and I hope the Sx70 serves you well. Be sure to practice with it a lot before your trip and experiment ! Best Of luck
I'm coming from PowerShot SX40 HS. Can you shoot a photo while taking video? I can do that with SX40 and it'll save a separate JPEG file for me. I'm considering buying this one if it has all the same bills and whistles, with improved specs.
Hi unfortunately it can’t do that exactly but it has an interesting video snapshot feature The sx70 has way better video features however ! Like 4k video
You forgot the built in Converter. 1.6x and 2.0x. Set on C1 for example. You get a 42mm to 2730mm camera. Excellent for Moon capture or birding.
Hey thanks for the comment - with an optical zoom so high I really never bother with any digital zooms- how do you find the quality ?
The zoom range is great but I'm still a bit dissatisfied with my SX70. Some of my shots are grainy. The sensor is just too small. I also take videos more than photos. Do you think it's a good idea to switch to Panasonic Lumix FZ1000?
I agree with you. The image quality on the camera is not the best especially when the lights get a little dim and especially when you’re at full zoom. I have not tested the Panasonic FZ 1000 but I would assume you’re going to get better results. Thank you for watching
@AnthonTech seems you and I both have been researching bridge cameras 😀. I'm definately liking the larger sensor of the fz 1000 and fz 1000 II, but think I'm leaning towards the fz 2500 if I can find one at the right price 😀
Yeah I’ve been hearing quite a bit on the Panasonic. I just got the Nikon p950 and am working on a review but I think I’ll look into the Panasonic too
Hello
Does this camera take good photos? After testing, would you recommend it for purchase?
Regards, Cezary
Hi I show many photo examples in the video so you can definitely judge for yourself. The camera has its flaws but if you’re using in good light then I think it’s a good value !
Dziękuję za informację ..Aparat raczej w dobrej pogodzie będzie użytkowany @@techtoremember8096
What type of microphone works on this camera
Thank you
Any kind with a standard 1/8” jack
Please could you tell me what the print outs are that you show in some shots. Are they from a manual?
Hi. Yes if you google “canon xs70 advanced user guide “ you’ll find it !
@@techtoremember8096 Brilliant, many thanks. Despite the ‘old’ technology I love my SX70HS - thank you so much for alerting me to some of it’s features
My pleasure ! Thanks for the like
Will get a SX80 ?
I wouldn’t unless they fix some of the issues
Does Elgato 4K Camlink work on this camera?
I don't know about that specific Elgato item but the camera does have HDMI output so I would assume it should work. I would contact the manufacturer if you want to be certain, if this camera is compatible. (check website of Elgato or call)
Which would you say is better aSx70 or the Nikon P950 for bird photography ?
I would prefer the Nikon's longer reach and better picture quality!
@@techtoremember8096 Thank you ☺️
Why is you voice is so clear? Did you use mic?
Yes. Near the end of the video I show you a test of the on-camera mic. Thank you
How the Focus in the SX70. Better thn the Coolpix P1000? Focus on P1000 Bad Bad Bad. And Vs the Sony RX10 Mark 4?
Sx70 is better than Nikon. Not as good as Sony
@@techtoremember8096 Wenn i Have The Sony rx10 Mark 4. buy the SX70 Just for The Zoom and WildLife Photography?
You definitely could ! It certainly was designed for that purpose
@@techtoremember8096 A and for teh Timelaps:) Love Youre Chanel. Greats From Swizerland:)
Thanks for your support. ! Love Switzerland beautiful country. Lots to photograph !
How was the battery?
No issues. Battery life is pretty good
HELLOW THIS FOTO HAVE SLOW MOTION ? THANKS
Hello. In 4k there is no slow motion. 120 fps is available in 1080p
Is the sx70 good for sports and macro?
Not really for sports. Not a camera designed for high speed shooting. Macro yes you can use it for
No. You want an rx10 IV
Hi ,Does it charge with usb ?
Hello. The battery charges on a dedicated charger, not through USB!
@@techtoremember8096 video recording quality canon sx70 vs nikon p950 vs sony rx10 ?
Rx10 is the best followed by Nikon then canon in my opinion.
@@techtoremember8096 Of the 3 options, the best video recording RX10 ?
I would say so!
What about photos of people? Can you get some nice portrait (head and shoulders) shots? Or people going about their day?
Yes you can ! If you step back far enough and zoom you even get nice background blur
@@techtoremember8096 Excellent, thank you!
I live in a rural town, lots of wildlife, nature and mountain area. Would this camera be good for wildlife, such as bird photography. Or would a Panasonic fz1000 be better ?
Hi! This camera is great for any kind of nature or bird photography The Panasonic does not have the zoom range the canon has but it does have a bigger sensor and you will get a better picture. So it becomes a matter of personal preference.
@@techtoremember8096 thank you for the help. I will go for the zoom lense option. I know I will lose some detail maybe, but the zoom lense will be more helpful I think . Thank you
My pleasure ! Thanks for your comment and best of luck
Good review But i will stick with my heavy Nikon p1000.😁😁
Haha. Yes. The quality is far better.
@@techtoremember8096 Far better? most of the videos I've seen look pretty similar at least to me, I would be awesome if you could do a video comparing the video vs video and picture vs picture quality of the SX70 vs P1000 on the same day and on the same objects.
I ditched my Nikon p900 for the canon sx70 purely from a portability viewpoint - and I'm not disappointed. The 65x vs 80x optical zoom isn't such a big loss to me.
@@shethsa i use my Nikon p1000 to look at planets and the moon.
I pass this camera
You mean like a football ? Lol
The video stabilization seems terrible even compared to the Panasonic FZ80/FZ82.
Yeah that’s the biggest weakness
@@techtoremember8096 The autofocus isn't really Sony quality, either. I'd say both my tiny DSC-HX99 and my DSC-HX400V have better autofocus than this.