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Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd

Portability
64
Imaging
33
Features
53
Overall
41
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd front
Portability
75
Imaging
33
Features
26
Overall
30

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Key Specs

Canon SX1 IS
(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
Fujifilm S8100fd
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Fujifilm S8100fd

 SX1 IS Fujifilm S8100fd 
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions2.8"2.5"Larger display (+0.3")
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Canon SX1 IS

 Fujifilm S8100fd SX1 IS 

Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Fujifilm S8100fd

 SX1 IS Fujifilm S8100fd 
ReleasedMarch 2009January 2009Same age
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Display resolution230k230kExact 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX1 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm S8100fd as a Portrait photography camera
46
has manual focus
high flash sync (1/500s)
includes face detect focus
delivers RAW files
low resolution (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
27
manual focus
external flash not possible
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX1 IS Street photography details
Fujifilm S8100fd Street photography details
56
screen articulates fully
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
small sensor size (1/2.3")
heavier than others (615 grams)
48
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX1 IS Sports photography information
Fujifilm S8100fd Sports photography information
33
long zoom range (28-560mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames/s)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
33
long zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX1 IS Travel photography factors
Fujifilm S8100fd Travel photography factors
52
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
fairly wide (28mm)
very long zoom (560mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than others (615 grams)
low resolution (10MP)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
53
flash built-in
pretty wide (27mm)
long reach (486mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
MP count low (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX1 IS Landscape photography information
Fujifilm S8100fd Landscape photography information
44
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
good sized screen (2.8 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
low resolution (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have Time Lapse function
35
manual focus
pretty wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.5")
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX1 IS Vlogging features
Fujifilm S8100fd Vlogging features
57
fairly wide (28mm)
display is selfie friendly
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have mic port
heavier than others (615 grams)
24
pretty wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic support
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Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX1 IS and Fujifilm S8100fd
 Canon PowerShot SX1 ISFujifilm FinePix S8100fd
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