Canon SX170 IS vs FujiFilm S2800HD

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon SX170 IS vs FujiFilm S2800HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the S2800HD (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was brought out 3 years later than the S2800HD and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2800HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX170 IS scores versus the S2800HD with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and FujiFilm FinePix S2800HD. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and FujiFilm S2800HD Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX170 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S2800HD has measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 82mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX170 IS versus the S2800HD.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and S2800HD is 88 and 75 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX170 IS and S2800HD.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX170 IS to give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The younger SX170 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.