Canon SX420 IS vs Sony HX80

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX420 IS versus Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX420 IS (20MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was manufactured 2 months before the HX80 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX420 IS matches up vs the HX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX420 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX420 IS and the HX80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX420 IS and HX80 is 80 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX420 IS and HX80.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX420 IS to offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively.