Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm S9800

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm S9800, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was unveiled 19 months before the Fujifilm S9800 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX160 IS grades against the Fujifilm S9800 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Fujifilm S9800. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Fujifilm S9800 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX160 IS comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9800 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX160 IS vs Fujifilm S9800 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX160 IS versus the Fujifilm S9800.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and Fujifilm S9800 is 86 and 61 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and Fujifilm S9800.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you really should take the age of the cameras into account. The older SX160 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.