Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung WB750

Below is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung WB750, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and WB750 (13MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was revealed 4 years later than the WB750 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX420 IS grades vs the WB750 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Samsung WB750. The full galleries are available at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX420 IS comes with external 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) while the Samsung WB750 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung WB750 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX420 IS compared to the WB750.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and WB750 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX420 IS and WB750.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX420 IS to deliver greater detail because of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher SX420 IS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.