Canon SX210 IS vs Canon SX420 IS

Below, we are reviewing the Canon SX210 IS vs Canon SX420 IS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are designed by Canon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX210 IS (14MP) and SX420 IS (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was launched 6 years earlier than the SX420 IS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX210 IS scores vs the SX420 IS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Canon PowerShot SX420 IS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Canon SX420 IS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS features outside measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Canon SX420 IS has proportions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX210 IS vs Canon SX420 IS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the SX420 IS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and SX420 IS is 90 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX210 IS and SX420 IS.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX420 IS to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.