Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung SL620

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung SL620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and SL620 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was launched 6 years after the SL620 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX420 IS scores versus the SL620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Samsung SL620. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX420 IS has outer 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 Samsung SL620 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung SL620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX420 IS compared to the SL620.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and SL620 is 80 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and SL620.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX420 IS to give you more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The more recent SX420 IS provides an advantage in sensor technology.