Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S2500HD

Lets examine more closely at the Canon SX20 IS vs FujiFilm S2500HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the S2500HD (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX20 IS was unveiled very close to the S2500HD which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the SX20 IS scores against the S2500HD in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS and FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD. The full galleries are available at Canon SX20 IS Gallery and FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX20 IS features outside measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the FujiFilm S2500HD has proportions 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 vs FujiFilm S2500HD in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX20 IS compared to the S2500HD.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX20 IS and S2500HD is 65 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX20 IS and S2500HD.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the production date of the products into consideration.