Selecting a Bridge Camera means you'll have a device that comes with the photo capabilities of a DSLR while being more portable and easier to put away while out and about.
Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Canon PowerShot SX420 IS camera would suit you adequately.
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the PowerShot SX420 IS is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 9 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.
Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Canon device is a very good option!
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For those special occasions, this Canon camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Canon PowerShot SX420 IS is a great companion to have.
For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (6.17 x 4.55 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. It also packs in Wi-Fi in this neat package.
As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Canon PowerShot SX420 IS makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous.
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the PowerShot SX420 IS.
As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 6.17 x 4.55 mm(mm) sensor size, the Canon PowerShot SX420 IS, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.
Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Canon, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.
As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the PowerShot SX420 IS is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*}
In scenarios where animals are darting about, the burst mode on this camera comes in handy as well as it's Tracking Focus capability. The combination of these features and the 6.17 x 4.55 mm (mm) Image Sensor on this camera, provides you with a device that suits your wildlife photography needs - whether tranquil or dramatic.
To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Canon is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.
Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.
It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Camera Type | Bridge |
Operating Temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °F |
Product Colour | Black |
Camera | |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.5-5.6 |
Brightness Adjustment | Yes |
Camera File System | DPOF 1.1, Exif 2.3 |
Direct Printing | Yes |
Image Formats Supported | JPG |
Languages Support | Multi |
Orientation Sensor | Yes |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Playback Zoom (max) | 10 x |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 10 s |
Shooting Modes | Smart Auto (32 scenes detected), Program AE, Live View Control, Portrait, Face Self-Timer, Low Light (5.0MP), Fish-eye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect, Fireworks, Long Shutter |
White Balance | Auto (including Face Detection WB), Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom. |
Flash | |
Built-in Flash | Yes |
External Flash Connector | Yes |
Flash Exposure Compensation | Yes |
Flash Modes | Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization |
Flash Range (tele) | 1.4 - 2.7 m |
Flash Range (wide) | 0.5 - 5 m |
Flash Sync-speed | 1/2000 s |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 9 |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | AI Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, Face detection, Servo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus |
Face Detection | Yes |
Focus | TTL |
Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
ISO Sensitivity | AUTO, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 1600 |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | 100 |
Light Exposure Correction | ± 2EV (1/3EV step) |
Light Exposure Modes | Auto, Manual |
Light Metering | Evaluative (linked to Face Detection AF frame), Centre-weighted average, Spot (Centre) |
Shutter | |
Camera Shutter Speed | 15 - 1/4000 s |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/4000 s |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 15 s |
Video | |
Analog Signal Format System | NTSC, PAL |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
HD Type | HD |
Maximum Video Resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
Motion JPEG Frame Rate | 25 fps |
Supported Aspect Ratios | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
Video Formats Supported | H.264, MP4, MPEG4 |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 640 x 480, 1280 x 720 pixels |
Audio | |
Audio Formats Supported | AAC-LC, MPEG4 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Microphone Operation Mode | Mono |
Voice Recording | Yes |
Lens System | |
Combined Zoom | 164 x |
Digital Zoom | 4 x |
Extra/Smart Zoom | 84 x |
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) | 24 - 1008 mm |
Focal Length Range (f-f) | 4.3 - 180.6 mm |
Lens Structure (elements/groups) | 12/11 |
Maximum Aperture Number | 6.6 |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 1008 mm |
Minimum Aperture Number | 3.5 |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 24 mm |
Optical Zoom | 42 x |
Storage | |
Compatible Memory Cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Display | |
Built-in Display | Yes |
Display | TFT |
Display Diagonal | 3 " |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 230000 pixels |
Live View | Yes |
Sensor | |
Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3 |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
Megapixel | 20 MP |
Sensor Type | CCD |
Total Megapixels | 20.5 MP |
Technical Details | |
Image Processor | DIGIC 4+ |
Self-timer | Yes |
Other Features | |
PictBridge | Yes |
Stabilizer | Yes |
Ports & Interfaces | |
USB 2.0 (Mini USB) Ports Quantity | 1 |
USB 2.0 Connectors | 1 |
USB Connector | Mini-USB |
USB Connector Type | B |
USB Version | 2.0 |
Battery | |
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | 195 shots |
Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
Battery Type | NB-11L / NB-11LH |
Number Of Batteries Supported | 1 |
Power Source Type | Battery |
Networking | |
Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Wi-Fi Standards | b/g/n |
Packaging Content | |
AC Adapter Included | Yes |
Batteries Included | Yes |
Battery Charger Included | Yes |
Bundled Software | CameraWindow DCMap UtilityImage Transfer Utility |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 85.1 mm |
Height | 69.1 mm |
Weight | 325 g |
Weight (including Battery) | 325 g |
Width | 104.4 mm |
System Requirements | |
Mac Operating Systems Supported | Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
Windows Operating Systems Supported | Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Hom |
Memory | |
Memory Slots | 1 |
Operational Conditions | |
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 % |