Canon SX420 IS vs Canon SX220 HS

Below, we are comparing the Canon SX420 IS versus Canon SX220 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both offered by Canon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and SX220 HS (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was revealed 4 years after the SX220 HS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX420 IS grades versus the SX220 HS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Canon SX220 HS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Canon SX220 HS Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX420 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Canon SX220 HS has specifications of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX420 IS versus Canon SX220 HS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX420 IS vs the SX220 HS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX420 IS and SX220 HS is 80 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and SX220 HS.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX420 IS to render greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer SX420 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.