Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S9200
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Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S9200 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
- Announced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2014

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S9200 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SX1 IS versus Fujifilm S9200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX1 IS was unveiled 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm S9200 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX1 IS grades against the Fujifilm S9200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S9200 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S9200. The full galleries are available at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S9200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Fujifilm S9200
SX1 IS | Fujifilm S9200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9200 over the Canon SX1 IS
Fujifilm S9200 | SX1 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | March 2009 | Newer by 58 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Fujifilm S9200
SX1 IS | Fujifilm S9200 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S9200 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX1 IS enjoys outer 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 S9200 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX1 IS versus Fujifilm S9200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX1 IS and the Fujifilm S9200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX1 IS and Fujifilm S9200 is 64 and 61 respectively.

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S9200 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX1 IS and Fujifilm S9200.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm S9200 to give more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S9200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S9200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S9200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S9200 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-03-27 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i), 1280 x 960 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 615 gr (1.36 pounds) | 670 gr (1.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 500 shots |
Style of battery | - | AA |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $600 | $300 |