Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X10
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Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X10 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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 350g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Released July 2012
- Renewed by Fujifilm X20

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X10 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX120 IS versus Fujifilm X10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) is fairly similar but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and Fujifilm X10 (2/3") offer different sensor sizes.

The SX120 IS was introduced 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm X10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX120 IS grades against the Fujifilm X10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Fujifilm X10. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Fujifilm X10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX120 IS over the Fujifilm X10
SX120 IS | Fujifilm X10 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X10 over the Canon SX120 IS
Fujifilm X10 | SX120 IS | |||
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Released | July 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 35 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX120 IS and Fujifilm X10
SX120 IS | Fujifilm X10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X10 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX120 IS has outside dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Fujifilm X10 has measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX120 IS versus Fujifilm X10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX120 IS and the Fujifilm X10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX120 IS and Fujifilm X10 is 87 and 83 respectively.

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX120 IS and Fujifilm X10.
All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX120 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm X10 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Fujifilm X10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Fujifilm X10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-19 | 2012-07-11 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS X-TRANS I |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 2/3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.3 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 85% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 9.00 m |
Flash settings | 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 | 1/1000 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (70, 30 fps), 320 x 240 (120 fps), 320 x 112 (200 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 | 285g (0.63 pounds) | 350g (0.77 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 71 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 245 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-50 |
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/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $249 | $600 |