Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm HS30EXR

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm HS30EXR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") offer different sensor size.

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The SX120 IS was revealed 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm HS30EXR and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm HS30EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the SX120 IS scores vs the Fujifilm HS30EXR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX120 IS has got physical measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Fujifilm HS30EXR has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") along with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm HS30EXR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX120 IS and the Fujifilm HS30EXR.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX120 IS and Fujifilm HS30EXR is 87 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX120 IS and Fujifilm HS30EXR.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX120 IS using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Fujifilm HS30EXR will render more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older SX120 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.