Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX620 HS
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Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX620 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Launched July 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched May 2016
Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX620 HS Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Canon SX400 IS versus Canon SX620 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the SX620 HS (20MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SX400 IS was revealed 21 months prior to the SX620 HS which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX400 IS grades versus the SX620 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX620 HS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Canon PowerShot SX620 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Canon SX620 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Canon SX620 HS
SX400 IS | SX620 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Canon SX400 IS
SX620 HS | SX400 IS | |||
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Launched | May 2016 | July 2014 | More modern by 21 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Canon SX620 HS
SX400 IS | SX620 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX620 HS Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX400 IS comes with outside dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Canon SX620 HS has sizing of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX400 IS versus Canon SX620 HS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX400 IS versus the SX620 HS.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and SX620 HS is 81 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX620 HS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and SX620 HS.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon SX620 HS to give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged SX400 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX620 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-07-29 | 2016-05-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4+ | DIGIC 4+ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-625mm (25.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.2-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.5 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 313 grams (0.69 lbs) | 182 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 images | 295 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $229 | $279 |