Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm T550
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Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm T550 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 Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Announced January 2013
Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm T550, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and Fujifilm T550 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe SX1 IS was unveiled 4 years before the Fujifilm T550 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm T550 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX1 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm T550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Fujifilm FinePix T550. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Fujifilm T550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Fujifilm T550
SX1 IS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Canon SX1 IS
Fujifilm T550 | SX1 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | March 2009 | Newer by 46 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Fujifilm T550
SX1 IS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX1 IS offers external dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") having a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Fujifilm T550 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
See the Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm T550 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX1 IS vs the Fujifilm T550.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and Fujifilm T550 is 64 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX1 IS and Fujifilm T550.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm T550 to deliver greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Fujifilm FinePix T550 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-03-27 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3440 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 615g (1.36 lb) | 136g (0.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC card | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $600 | $160 |