Canon SX420 IS vs Sigma Quattro

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon SX420 IS versus Sigma Quattro, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and Quattro (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The SX420 IS was unveiled very close to the Quattro so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX420 IS matches up against the Quattro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Sigma sd Quattro. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Sigma Quattro Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX420 IS has external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Sigma Quattro has proportions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX420 IS versus the Quattro.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and Quattro is 80 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX420 IS and Quattro.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX420 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sigma Quattro will show greater detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.