Canon SX120 IS vs FujiFilm F70EXR

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX120 IS vs FujiFilm F70EXR, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the F70EXR (10MP) is very comparable but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and F70EXR (1/2") provide different sensor sizes.

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The SX120 IS was launched within a month of the F70EXR which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX120 IS grades against the F70EXR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX120 IS features physical dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the FujiFilm F70EXR has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX120 IS vs FujiFilm F70EXR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX120 IS vs the F70EXR.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX120 IS and F70EXR is 87 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX120 IS and F70EXR.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor measurements. The SX120 IS offers the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh harder.