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Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600

Portability
65
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS front
 
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 front
Portability
78
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Key Specs

Canon SX20 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 600g - 128 x 88 x 87mm
  • Introduced July 2010
  • Previous Model is Canon SX10 IS
  • New Model is Canon SX30 IS
FujiFilm S1600
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Other Name is FinePix S1770
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Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Overview

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX20 IS versus FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the S1600 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX20 IS was revealed 6 months later than the S1600 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX20 IS grades versus the S1600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX20 IS over the FujiFilm S1600

 SX20 IS S1600 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Canon SX20 IS

 S1600 SX20 IS 
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Common features in the Canon SX20 IS and FujiFilm S1600

 SX20 IS S1600 
ReleasedJuly 2010February 2010Similar generation
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX20 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the FujiFilm S1600 has sizing of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX20 IS versus FujiFilm S1600 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX20 IS compared to the S1600.

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX20 IS and S1600 is 65 and 78 respectively.

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The visual underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX20 IS and S1600.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 sensor size comparison

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX20 IS as a Portrait photography camera
FujiFilm S1600 as a Portrait photography camera
37
manual focus
great flash sync speed (1/500 seconds)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
21
no manual focus
external flash not possible
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX20 IS as a Street photography camera
FujiFilm S1600 as a Street photography camera
49
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than average (600g)
49
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX20 IS Sports photography features
FujiFilm S1600 Sports photography features
34
great zoom range (28-560mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
34
great zoom range (28-420mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 fps)
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX20 IS Travel photography highlights
FujiFilm S1600 Travel photography highlights
53
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
reasonably wide (28mm)
long reach (560mm)
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than average (600 grams)
megapixel count low (12MP)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
55
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
great zoom (420mm)
no Timelapse mode
low resolution (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f4.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX20 IS as a Landscape photography camera
FujiFilm S1600 as a Landscape photography camera
35
manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
36
fairly wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX20 IS Vlogging highlights
FujiFilm S1600 Vlogging highlights
50
reasonably wide (28mm)
selfie friendly screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone port
more heavy than average (600g)
25
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone support
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Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S1600 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX20 IS and FujiFilm S1600
 Canon PowerShot SX20 ISFujiFilm FinePix S1600
General Information
Company Canon FujiFilm
Model Canon PowerShot SX20 IS FujiFilm FinePix S1600
Also called as - FinePix S1770
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2010-07-06 2010-02-02
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-560mm (20.0x) 28-420mm (15.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.7 f/4.0-4.8
Macro focus distance 0cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 2.5" 3"
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 99 percent
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/3200 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 6.80 m 4.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/500 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 600 gr (1.32 lb) 337 gr (0.74 lb)
Physical dimensions 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model 4 x AA 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD / SDHC / MMC / MMC Plus / HC MMC Plus SD/SDHC
Card slots One One
Retail cost $500 $130