Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm F900EXR

Here is a in depth review of the Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm F900EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and Fujifilm F900EXR (16MP) and the SX1 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F900EXR (1/2") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX1 IS was unveiled 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm F900EXR and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm F900EXR being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX1 IS grades vs the Fujifilm F900EXR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR. The full galleries are available at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Fujifilm F900EXR Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX1 IS provides external 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) and the Fujifilm F900EXR has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm F900EXR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX1 IS compared to the Fujifilm F900EXR.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and Fujifilm F900EXR is 64 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX1 IS and Fujifilm F900EXR.

Plainly, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX1 IS using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm F900EXR will provide extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older SX1 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.