Canon SX420 IS vs Sony HX90V

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SX420 IS and Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX420 IS (20MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX420 IS was revealed 9 months after the HX90V which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX420 IS grades versus the HX90V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX420 IS features outer measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Sony HX90V 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).

Check out the Canon SX420 IS and Sony HX90V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX420 IS compared to the HX90V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and HX90V is 80 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX420 IS and HX90V.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX420 IS to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern SX420 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.