Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S8500

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX170 IS and Fujifilm S8500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was brought out 8 months later than the Fujifilm S8500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX170 IS grades vs the Fujifilm S8500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S8500. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S8500 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX170 IS enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8500 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX170 IS versus the Fujifilm S8500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and Fujifilm S8500 is 88 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and Fujifilm S8500.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX170 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.