Canon G3 X vs Fujifilm SL300

Here, we are looking at the Canon G3 X and Fujifilm SL300, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the G3 X (1") and Fujifilm SL300 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The G3 X was released 3 years later than the Fujifilm SL300 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G3 X scores against the Fujifilm SL300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G3 X & Fujifilm FinePix SL300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery & Fujifilm SL300 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G3 X provides physical dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) while the Fujifilm SL300 has dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G3 X and Fujifilm SL300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the G3 X compared to the Fujifilm SL300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G3 X and Fujifilm SL300 is 60 and 67 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 X and Fujifilm SL300.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G3 X due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon G3 X will give greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer G3 X provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.