Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm S4200

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon G3 X and Fujifilm S4200, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and the G3 X (1") and Fujifilm S4200 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The G3 X was announced 3 years after the Fujifilm S4200 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the G3 X grades versus the Fujifilm S4200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X & Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery & Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G3 X offers outside 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 S4200 has proportions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the G3 X against the Fujifilm S4200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 X and Fujifilm S4200 is 60 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 X and Fujifilm S4200.

Clearly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G3 X using its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon G3 X will offer more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger G3 X will have an advantage in sensor innovation.