Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX20 IS versus Fujifilm HS50 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX20 IS (12MP) and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the SX20 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") provide different sensor sizes.

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The SX20 IS was released 3 years before the Fujifilm HS50 EXR which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX20 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm HS50 EXR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS and Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX20 IS Gallery and Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX20 IS offers outer measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm HS50 EXR has measurements of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX20 IS versus Fujifilm HS50 EXR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX20 IS against the Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX20 IS and Fujifilm HS50 EXR is 65 and 54 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX20 IS and Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX20 IS because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX20 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.