Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm S2000HD

Following is a detailed review of the Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm S2000HD, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) and the G3 X (1") and Fujifilm S2000HD (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The G3 X was brought out 6 years after the Fujifilm S2000HD which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the G3 X matches up vs the Fujifilm S2000HD in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD. The entire galleries are available at Canon G3 X Gallery and Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X provides external dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) while the Fujifilm S2000HD has dimensions of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the G3 X vs the Fujifilm S2000HD.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 X and Fujifilm S2000HD is 60 and 75 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 X and Fujifilm S2000HD.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G3 X because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Canon G3 X will give extra detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent G3 X provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.