Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung NX10

On this page, we are matching up the Canon SX420 IS versus Samsung NX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and NX10 (15MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The SX420 IS was manufactured 5 years after the NX10 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX420 IS matches up versus the NX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Samsung NX10. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX420 IS provides outer dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX420 IS versus Samsung NX10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX420 IS versus the NX10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and NX10 is 80 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and NX10.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX420 IS featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Canon SX420 IS will show extra detail due to its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX420 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.