Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X20
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Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-360mm (F2.8-4.3) lens
- 285g - 111 x 71 x 45mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Revealed April 2013
- Old Model is Fujifilm X10
- Later Model is Fujifilm X30
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX120 IS and Fujifilm X20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX120 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) is fairly close but the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") possess totally different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SX120 IS was released 4 years before the Fujifilm X20 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX120 IS matches up vs the Fujifilm X20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Fujifilm X20. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Fujifilm X20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX120 IS over the Fujifilm X20
SX120 IS | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Canon SX120 IS
Fujifilm X20 | SX120 IS | |||
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Revealed | April 2013 | August 2009 | More modern by 44 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX120 IS and Fujifilm X20
SX120 IS | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX120 IS provides external dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Fujifilm X20 has sizing of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).
Check the Canon SX120 IS and Fujifilm X20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX120 IS and the Fujifilm X20.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX120 IS and Fujifilm X20 is 87 and 83 respectively.
Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX120 IS and Fujifilm X20.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX120 IS because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Fujifilm X20 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SX120 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Fujifilm X20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | Fujifilm X20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-19 | 2013-04-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 2/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.3 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.8" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 85 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/500 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 285 grams (0.63 lbs) | 353 grams (0.78 lbs) |
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 score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $249 | $500 |