Canon SX420 IS vs Sigma Quattro H

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon SX420 IS versus Sigma Quattro H, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the SX420 IS (1/2.3") and Quattro H (APS-H) use totally different sensor sizing.

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

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX420 IS scores vs the Quattro H in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX420 IS comes with outside measurements 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 Sigma Quattro H has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX420 IS versus Sigma Quattro H in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX420 IS against the Quattro H.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX420 IS and Quattro H is 80 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX420 IS and Quattro H.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX420 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sigma Quattro H will produce extra detail having its extra 25MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively.