Canon 760D vs Canon SX420 IS

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon 760D vs Canon SX420 IS, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Canon. The image resolution of the 760D (24MP) and the SX420 IS (20MP) is relatively close but the 760D (APS-C) and SX420 IS (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The 760D was brought out 11 months earlier than the SX420 IS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon 760D being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 760D grades vs the SX420 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 760D & Canon PowerShot SX420 IS. The entire galleries are available at Canon 760D Gallery & Canon SX420 IS Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 760D has outside measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Canon SX420 IS has specifications of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 760D vs Canon SX420 IS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 760D compared to the SX420 IS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 760D and SX420 IS is 66 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 760D and SX420 IS.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 760D because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon 760D will result in greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older 760D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.