Canon SX420 IS vs Canon SX710 HS

Below is a complete analysis of the Canon SX420 IS versus Canon SX710 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the SX420 IS (20MP) and the SX710 HS (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was unveiled 13 months later than the SX710 HS making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX420 IS matches up vs the SX710 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Canon PowerShot SX710 HS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Canon SX710 HS Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX420 IS enjoys outside 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) whilst the Canon SX710 HS has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX420 IS and the SX710 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX420 IS and SX710 HS is 80 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX420 IS and SX710 HS.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX420 IS should have an edge in sensor tech.