Canon SX120 IS vs FujiFilm S2500HD

Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX120 IS versus FujiFilm S2500HD, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the S2500HD (12MP) is relatively well matched but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and S2500HD (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The SX120 IS was launched 10 months earlier than the S2500HD which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX120 IS matches up against the S2500HD in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX120 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) and the FujiFilm S2500HD has proportions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Check the Canon SX120 IS versus FujiFilm S2500HD in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX120 IS vs the S2500HD.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and S2500HD is 87 and 78 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX120 IS and S2500HD.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX120 IS due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the FujiFilm S2500HD will give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.