Canon SX10 IS vs Fujifilm JZ100

Here is a extended review of the Canon SX10 IS versus Fujifilm JZ100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX10 IS was brought out 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm JZ100 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm JZ100 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX10 IS scores against the Fujifilm JZ100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Fujifilm FinePix JZ100. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX10 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Fujifilm JZ100 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX10 IS versus Fujifilm JZ100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX10 IS versus the Fujifilm JZ100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX10 IS and Fujifilm JZ100 is 65 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX10 IS and Fujifilm JZ100.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm JZ100 to give you extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older SX10 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.