Canon SX130 IS vs Fujifilm HS35EXR

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX130 IS and Fujifilm HS35EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and the SX130 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX130 IS was introduced 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm HS35EXR and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm HS35EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX130 IS matches up vs the Fujifilm HS35EXR in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Fujifilm HS35EXR Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX130 IS features external dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm HS35EXR has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") and a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX130 IS and Fujifilm HS35EXR in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX130 IS vs the Fujifilm HS35EXR.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and Fujifilm HS35EXR is 85 and 59 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and Fujifilm HS35EXR.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX130 IS having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Fujifilm HS35EXR will deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SX130 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.