Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm HS35EXR

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon SX1 IS versus Fujifilm HS35EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and the SX1 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX1 IS was brought out 4 years prior to the Fujifilm HS35EXR which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX1 IS grades against the Fujifilm HS35EXR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Fujifilm HS35EXR Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX1 IS has got outside dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Fujifilm HS35EXR has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX1 IS vs the Fujifilm HS35EXR.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and Fujifilm HS35EXR is 64 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX1 IS and Fujifilm HS35EXR.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX1 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm HS35EXR will provide extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.