Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z35
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Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-360mm (F2.8-4.3) lens
- 285g - 111 x 71 x 45mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed July 2009
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Canon SX120 IS and Fujifilm Z35, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and Fujifilm Z35 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe SX120 IS was released within a month of the Fujifilm Z35 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX120 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm Z35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Fujifilm FinePix Z35. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Fujifilm Z35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX120 IS over the Fujifilm Z35
SX120 IS | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Canon SX120 IS
Fujifilm Z35 | SX120 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX120 IS and Fujifilm Z35
SX120 IS | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | July 2009 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX120 IS offers outer measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Fujifilm Z35 has dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX120 IS and Fujifilm Z35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX120 IS against the Fujifilm Z35.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and Fujifilm Z35 is 87 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX120 IS and Fujifilm Z35.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The SX120 IS includes the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging.
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Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-19 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.3 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 3 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 285 grams (0.63 lbs) | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 71 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $249 | $130 |