Between the PYXIS 6K and VIXIA HF G70, the PYXIS 6K comes out ahead in xlr input / max video, while the VIXIA HF G70 wins on optical zoom. Overall, the PYXIS 6K scores 35 and the VIXIA HF G70 scores 70.4 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The VIXIA HF G70 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 35.4 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the PYXIS 6K if you care most about xlr input / max video. The biggest gaps in its favor are xlr input, max video, sensor size.
Pick the VIXIA HF G70 if you care most about optical zoom. Its strongest claims are optical zoom.
There are no meaningful ties on the headline specs — every popular-comparison metric has a winner.
Bottom line: the VIXIA HF G70 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K wins
- ▲Has XLR input.
- ▲Max video: 6K (vs 4K30).
- ▲Sensor size: Full Frame (vs 1").
Why Canon - VIXIA HF G70 wins
- ▲Optical zoom: 15 vs 0.
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K | Canon - VIXIA HF G70 |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 6Klead | 4K30 |
| Optical zoom | 0 | 15lead |
| Sensor sizeⓘ | Full Framelead | 1" |
Audio
| Spec | Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K | Canon - VIXIA HF G70 |
|---|---|---|
| XLR input | truelead | false |
| Headphone jack | true | true |
Design
| Spec | Blackmagic - PYXIS 6K | Canon - VIXIA HF G70 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 907 g | 725 glead |
| Articulating screen | false | truelead |
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