Canon N vs Canon SX420 IS

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon N vs Canon SX420 IS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Canon. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the N (12MP) and SX420 IS (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The N was introduced 4 years earlier than the SX420 IS and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon N being a Compact camera and the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the N grades vs the SX420 IS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot N & Canon PowerShot SX420 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery & Canon SX420 IS Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon N comes with outer dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Canon SX420 IS has measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the N and the SX420 IS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N and SX420 IS is 93 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the N and SX420 IS.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX420 IS to give more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older N is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.