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Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G

Portability
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Imaging
46
Features
34
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX420 IS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35

Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G Key Specs

Canon SX420 IS
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-1008mm (F3.5-6.6) lens
  • 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
  • Released January 2016
Casio EX-H20G
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
  • Launched September 2010
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Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G Overview

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Casio. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and EX-H20G (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was introduced 5 years later than the EX-H20G and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX420 IS matches up vs the EX-H20G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX420 IS over the Casio EX-H20G

 SX420 IS EX-H20G 
LaunchedJanuary 2016September 2010Fresher by 65 months

Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Canon SX420 IS

 EX-H20G SX420 IS 
Display resolution461k230kClearer display (+231k dot)

Common features in the Canon SX420 IS and Casio EX-H20G

 SX420 IS EX-H20G 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display dimensions
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX420 IS features external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Casio EX-H20G has specifications of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX420 IS compared to the EX-H20G.

Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX420 IS and EX-H20G is 80 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G top view buttons comparison

Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX420 IS and EX-H20G.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX420 IS to provide you with more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer SX420 IS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G sensor size comparison

Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX420 IS Portrait photography highlights
Casio EX-H20G Portrait photography highlights
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focusing manually
MP count good (20 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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you can focus manually
MP count good (14MP)
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon SX420 IS
Street photography with Casio EX-H20G
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
53
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than average in class (216g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX420 IS Sports photography highlights
Casio EX-H20G Sports photography highlights
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amazing zoom range (24-1008mm 42.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20MP)
slow continuous shooting (0.5 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low battery power (195 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
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image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX420 IS as a Travel photography camera
Casio EX-H20G as a Travel photography camera
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MP count good (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
long zoom (1008mm)
no Timelapse function
low battery power (195 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (216g)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX420 IS Landscape photography info
Casio EX-H20G Landscape photography info
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focusing manually
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
low battery power (195 shots)
no Timelapse function
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you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX420 IS as a Vlogging camera
Casio EX-H20G as a Vlogging camera
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decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect autofocus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone support
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decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic socket
heavier than average in class (216 grams)
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Canon SX420 IS vs Casio EX-H20G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX420 IS and Casio EX-H20G
 Canon PowerShot SX420 ISCasio Exilim EX-H20G
General Information
Make Canon Casio
Model Canon PowerShot SX420 IS Casio Exilim EX-H20G
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2016-01-05 2010-09-20
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 4+ Exilim Engine HS
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 5152 x 3864 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-1008mm (42.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-6.6 f/3.2-5.7
Macro focus distance 0cm 7cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 461 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 0.5 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.00 m -
Flash settings Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 325g (0.72 lb) 216g (0.48 lb)
Dimensions 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 195 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-11LH NP-90
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $299 $300