Canon SX420 IS vs FujiFilm S1600

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX420 IS and FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and S1600 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was unveiled 6 years after the S1600 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX420 IS grades versus the S1600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX420 IS features outside dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the FujiFilm S1600 has dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX420 IS and FujiFilm S1600 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX420 IS against the S1600.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX420 IS and S1600 is 80 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and S1600.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX420 IS to render more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger SX420 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.