Canon SX10 IS vs Fujifilm S1500
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Canon SX10 IS vs Fujifilm S1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 600g - 128 x 88 x 87mm
- Announced January 2009
- Updated by Canon SX20 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Revealed February 2009
Canon SX10 IS vs Fujifilm S1500 Overview
The following is a extended assessment of the Canon SX10 IS and Fujifilm S1500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX10 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX10 IS was revealed at a similar time to the Fujifilm S1500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX10 IS grades versus the Fujifilm S1500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX10 IS vs Fujifilm S1500 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS & Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The full galleries are available at Canon SX10 IS Gallery & Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX10 IS over the Fujifilm S1500
SX10 IS | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Canon SX10 IS
Fujifilm S1500 | SX10 IS | |||
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Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SX10 IS and Fujifilm S1500
SX10 IS | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | February 2009 | Same age | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon SX10 IS vs Fujifilm S1500 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX10 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1500 has dimensions of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Check the Canon SX10 IS and Fujifilm S1500 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX10 IS against the Fujifilm S1500.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX10 IS and Fujifilm S1500 is 65 and 82 respectively.
Canon SX10 IS vs Fujifilm S1500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX10 IS and Fujifilm S1500.
As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account.
Canon SX10 IS vs Fujifilm S1500 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX10 IS vs Fujifilm S1500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 33-396mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | 600 grams (1.32 lbs) | 345 grams (0.76 lbs) |
Dimensions | 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $275 | $200 |