Canon PowerShot SX420 IS vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS was introduced in January 2016 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 was introduced in January 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX420 IS over Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 over Canon PowerShot SX420 IS.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 230k dot resolution.

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS features a 20 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 features a 12 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600 and expands to 80 - 6,400 in boosted mode.

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS is equipped with DIGIC 4+ processor and can take pictures up to 5152 x 3864 resolution. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2248, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1840, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 16:9, 4:3, 3:2 aspect ratios.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 has an image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon PowerShot SX420 IS

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Canon PowerShot SX420 IS

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.

Battery

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS comes with NB-11LH battery pack with battery life of 195 shots and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 comes with Lithium-Ion rechargeable & charger battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 has a single SD/MMC/SDHC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Canon PowerShot SX420 IS, and up to 1/2000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. Canon PowerShot SX420 IS can shoot continuously up to 0.5 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 can shoot continuously up to 2.3 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.00 m on Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and 6.00 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580..

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS body has dimensions of 104 x 69 x 85 mm (4.09 x 2.72 x 3.35") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 body has dimensions of 95 x 57 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.87"). Canon PowerShot SX420 IS weighs 325 g (0.72 lb / 11.46 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 weighs 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz).

Canon PowerShot SX420 IS

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580

104 mm

69 mm

95 mm

57 mm

69 mm

57 mm

85 mm

22 mm