Canon SX420 IS vs Panasonic G6

Let's look closer at the Canon SX420 IS and Panasonic G6, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and G6 (16MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX420 IS was unveiled 2 years later than the G6 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX420 IS grades versus the G6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX420 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX420 IS and Panasonic G6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX420 IS versus the G6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX420 IS and G6 is 80 and 74 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX420 IS and G6.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX420 IS having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Canon SX420 IS will result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher SX420 IS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.