Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX420 IS versus Fujifilm HS50 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") come with totally different sensor size.

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The SX420 IS was introduced 3 years after the Fujifilm HS50 EXR which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the SX420 IS scores versus the Fujifilm HS50 EXR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX420 IS has got exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm HS50 EXR has dimensions of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX420 IS versus Fujifilm HS50 EXR in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX420 IS compared to the Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX420 IS and Fujifilm HS50 EXR is 80 and 54 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX420 IS using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Canon SX420 IS will show more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer SX420 IS will have an edge in sensor innovation.