Canon SX420 IS vs Nikon L31

Here is a extended overview of the Canon SX420 IS versus Nikon L31, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and L31 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was released 12 months later than the L31 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L31 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX420 IS scores against the L31 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Nikon Coolpix L31. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Nikon L31 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX420 IS has got external 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) and the Nikon L31 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX420 IS vs the L31.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX420 IS and L31 is 80 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX420 IS and L31.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX420 IS to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger SX420 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.