Canon SX420 IS vs Sony H200

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX420 IS versus Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX420 IS (20MP) and the H200 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was brought out 3 years later than the H200 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX420 IS grades versus the H200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX420 IS features physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Sony H200 has proportions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX420 IS and the H200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and H200 is 80 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The visual here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and H200.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SX420 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.