Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm S2000HD

Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX160 IS versus Fujifilm S2000HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was revealed 4 years after the Fujifilm S2000HD which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S2000HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX160 IS matches up against the Fujifilm S2000HD when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD. The full galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon SX160 IS comes with external measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Fujifilm S2000HD has specifications of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX160 IS versus Fujifilm S2000HD in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX160 IS versus the Fujifilm S2000HD.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and Fujifilm S2000HD is 86 and 75 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and Fujifilm S2000HD.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX160 IS to deliver extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger SX160 IS provides an advantage in sensor tech.