Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm X-S10

Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX420 IS versus Fujifilm X-S10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The SX420 IS was launched 5 years prior to the Fujifilm X-S10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX420 IS scores vs the Fujifilm X-S10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Fujifilm X-S10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX420 IS offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-S10 has proportions of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX420 IS against the Fujifilm X-S10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX420 IS and Fujifilm X-S10 is 80 and 73 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX420 IS and Fujifilm X-S10.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX420 IS due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Fujifilm X-S10 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged SX420 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.