Canon SX1 IS vs FujiFilm HS10

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX1 IS versus FujiFilm HS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX1 IS (10MP) and the HS10 (10MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was brought out 15 months earlier than the HS10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX1 IS grades versus the HS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and FujiFilm FinePix HS10. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and FujiFilm HS10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX1 IS has got physical dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) while the FujiFilm HS10 has dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 666 grams (1.47 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX1 IS versus FujiFilm HS10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SX1 IS compared to the HS10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and HS10 is 64 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX1 IS and HS10.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files however you might want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older SX1 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.