Canon SX420 IS vs Nikon Z7

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon SX420 IS vs Nikon Z7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and Z7 (46MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and Z7 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX420 IS was released 3 years before the Z7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX420 IS scores vs the Z7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Nikon Z7. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Nikon Z7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX420 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX420 IS vs Nikon Z7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX420 IS against the Z7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and Z7 is 80 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX420 IS and Z7.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX420 IS due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Nikon Z7 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 26 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The older SX420 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.