Canon SX420 IS vs Sony TX200V
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Canon SX420 IS vs Sony TX200V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.5-6.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Launched January 2016
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 129g - 96 x 58 x 16mm
- Introduced January 2012

Canon SX420 IS vs Sony TX200V Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX420 IS and Sony TX200V, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX420 IS (20MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX420 IS was manufactured 3 years later than the TX200V and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX420 IS scores vs the TX200V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX420 IS vs Sony TX200V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX420 IS over the Sony TX200V
SX420 IS | TX200V | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 48 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony TX200V over the Canon SX420 IS
TX200V | SX420 IS | |||
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Display size | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1000k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX420 IS and Sony TX200V
SX420 IS | TX200V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon SX420 IS vs Sony TX200V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX420 IS has got external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX420 IS and Sony TX200V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX420 IS and the TX200V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX420 IS and TX200V is 80 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX420 IS vs Sony TX200V Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX420 IS and TX200V.
All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX420 IS to offer greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX420 IS will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon SX420 IS vs Sony TX200V Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX420 IS vs Sony TX200V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX420 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX420 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.6 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | 1,229,760 dots equiv. XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325g (0.72 pounds) | 129g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 96 x 58 x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 195 photos | 220 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11LH | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $299 | $500 |