Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm F200EXR

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon SX420 IS and Fujifilm F200EXR, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm F200EXR (12MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F200EXR (1/1.6") come with totally different sensor size.

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The SX420 IS was brought out 6 years later than the Fujifilm F200EXR and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm F200EXR being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX420 IS scores versus the Fujifilm F200EXR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Fujifilm F200EXR Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX420 IS provides physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Fujifilm F200EXR has dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX420 IS and Fujifilm F200EXR in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX420 IS compared to the Fujifilm F200EXR.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX420 IS and Fujifilm F200EXR is 80 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX420 IS and Fujifilm F200EXR.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX420 IS due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Canon SX420 IS will show greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent SX420 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.