Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm S9200

Below, we are analyzing the Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm S9200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and Fujifilm S9200 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX120 IS was announced 5 years prior to the Fujifilm S9200 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX120 IS grades vs the Fujifilm S9200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S9200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S9200 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX120 IS enjoys outer measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9200 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm S9200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX120 IS vs the Fujifilm S9200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX120 IS and Fujifilm S9200 is 87 and 61 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The picture here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX120 IS and Fujifilm S9200.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX120 IS with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm S9200 will deliver extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.