Canon SX260 HS vs Canon SX420 IS

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX260 HS and Canon SX420 IS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both designed by Canon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and SX420 IS (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was brought out 4 years earlier than the SX420 IS which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX260 HS scores versus the SX420 IS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Canon PowerShot SX420 IS. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Canon SX420 IS Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS features outer dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst 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).

Look at the Canon SX260 HS and Canon SX420 IS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX260 HS against the SX420 IS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and SX420 IS is 91 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and SX420 IS.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon SX420 IS to offer you extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SX260 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.