Canon SX20 IS vs Canon SX500 IS

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX20 IS and Canon SX500 IS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Canon. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX20 IS (12MP) and SX500 IS (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX20 IS was introduced 3 years before the SX500 IS which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX20 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX20 IS grades versus the SX500 IS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS and Canon PowerShot SX500 IS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX20 IS Gallery and Canon SX500 IS Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX20 IS features exterior dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Canon SX500 IS has dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX20 IS and Canon SX500 IS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX20 IS vs the SX500 IS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX20 IS and SX500 IS is 65 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The pic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX20 IS and SX500 IS.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX500 IS to resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX20 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.