Canon SX420 IS vs Olympus SP-100

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon SX420 IS vs Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and SP-100 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was launched 24 months after the SP-100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX420 IS grades against the SP-100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Olympus Stylus SP-100. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX420 IS provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Olympus SP-100 has proportions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX420 IS vs Olympus SP-100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX420 IS against the SP-100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and SP-100 is 80 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX420 IS and SP-100.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX420 IS to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent SX420 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.