Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm S9900w

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX420 IS and Fujifilm S9900w, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was introduced 12 months after the Fujifilm S9900w which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX420 IS scores versus the Fujifilm S9900w in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Fujifilm S9900w. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S9900w Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX420 IS enjoys outside 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) and the Fujifilm S9900w has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX420 IS against the Fujifilm S9900w.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX420 IS and Fujifilm S9900w is 80 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX420 IS and Fujifilm S9900w.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX420 IS to produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern SX420 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.