Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX420 IS was released 4 years after the Fujifilm F550 EXR which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm F550 EXR being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX420 IS matches up vs the Fujifilm F550 EXR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX420 IS comes with external 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) while the Fujifilm F550 EXR has specifications of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX420 IS vs the Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX420 IS and Fujifilm F550 EXR is 80 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX420 IS and Fujifilm F550 EXR.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX420 IS because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon SX420 IS will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer SX420 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.