Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm SL1000

Its time to look closer at the Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm SL1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was unveiled 8 months later than the Fujifilm SL1000 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX170 IS scores vs the Fujifilm SL1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Fujifilm FinePix SL1000. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS features outside dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Fujifilm SL1000 has specifications of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm SL1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX170 IS against the Fujifilm SL1000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and Fujifilm SL1000 is 88 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX170 IS and Fujifilm SL1000.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX170 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.