Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) is relatively comparable but the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") feature different sensor sizing.

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The SX160 IS was released 2 years later than the Fujifilm F500 EXR and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX160 IS scores versus the Fujifilm F500 EXR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS comes with external dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Fujifilm F500 EXR has sizing of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX160 IS and the Fujifilm F500 EXR.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and Fujifilm F500 EXR is 86 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and Fujifilm F500 EXR.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor measurements. The SX160 IS includes the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field more difficult. The more modern SX160 IS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.