Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd
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Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 615g - 128 x 88 x 88mm
- Launched March 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Released January 2009

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX1 IS versus Fujifilm S8100fd, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX1 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX1 IS was launched 3 months later than the Fujifilm S8100fd so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX1 IS grades against the Fujifilm S8100fd with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Fujifilm S8100fd
SX1 IS | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Canon SX1 IS
Fujifilm S8100fd | SX1 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Fujifilm S8100fd
SX1 IS | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Released | March 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX1 IS comes with outside dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8100fd has sizing of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
See the Canon SX1 IS versus Fujifilm S8100fd in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX1 IS against the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX1 IS and Fujifilm S8100fd is 64 and 75 respectively.

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX1 IS and Fujifilm S8100fd.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-03-27 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 615 gr (1.36 pounds) | 405 gr (0.89 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $600 | $300 |