Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm S4200
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Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched May 2012
- Replaced the Canon SX130 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2012

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX150 IS and Fujifilm S4200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was released 5 months later than the Fujifilm S4200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX150 IS scores against the Fujifilm S4200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Fujifilm S4200
SX150 IS | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4200 over the Canon SX150 IS
Fujifilm S4200 | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Fujifilm S4200
SX150 IS | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS provides physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Fujifilm S4200 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX150 IS and Fujifilm S4200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX150 IS and the Fujifilm S4200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and Fujifilm S4200 is 86 and 67 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and Fujifilm S4200.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-05-14 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-576mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306g (0.67 lb) | 543g (1.20 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 130 shots | 300 shots |
Style of battery | AA | AA |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $249 | $200 |