Canon SX420 IS vs Panasonic FX78

In this article, we are evaluating the Canon SX420 IS versus Panasonic FX78, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and FX78 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was manufactured 5 years later than the FX78 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX420 IS matches up against the FX78 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX420 IS features external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX78 has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX420 IS versus the FX78.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and FX78 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and FX78.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Canon SX420 IS to show greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger SX420 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.