Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm S4200
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65 Imaging
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65 Imaging
35 Features
40 Overall
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Portability
67 Imaging
38 Features
37 Overall
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67 Imaging
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37 Overall
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Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Key Specs
Canon SX20 IS
(Full Review)
(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
- Revealed July 2010
- Superseded the Canon SX10 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX30 IS
Fujifilm S4200
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Released January 2012
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On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX20 IS and Fujifilm S4200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX20 IS scores vs the Fujifilm S4200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX20 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX20 IS over the Fujifilm S4200
| SX20 IS | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4200 over the Canon SX20 IS
| Fujifilm S4200 | SX20 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2012 |  | July 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SX20 IS and Fujifilm S4200
| SX20 IS | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX20 IS provides 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) whilst the Fujifilm S4200 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX20 IS and Fujifilm S4200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX20 IS and the Fujifilm S4200.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX20 IS and Fujifilm S4200 is 65 and 67 respectively.
Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX20 IS and Fujifilm S4200.
Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S4200 to show extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SX20 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Canon SX20 IS Portrait photography highlights
Fujifilm S4200 Portrait photography highlights
you can focus manually
flash sync speed is above average (1/500 seconds)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
supports face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Canon SX20 IS Street photography highlights
Fujifilm S4200 Street photography highlights
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Optical)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than competitors (600g)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
more heavy than others (543g)
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Canon SX20 IS Sports photography info
Fujifilm S4200 Sports photography info
amazing zoom range (28-560mm 20.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
incredible zoom range (24-576mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Canon SX20 IS as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm S4200 as a Travel photography camera
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
pretty wide (28mm)
long zoom (560mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (600 grams)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (24mm)
great reach (576mm)
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than others (543 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Canon SX20 IS Landscape photography features
Fujifilm S4200 Landscape photography features
you can focus manually
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.5")
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
quite wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
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Canon SX20 IS Vlogging factors
Fujifilm S4200 Vlogging factors
pretty wide (28mm)
display is selfie friendly
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic port
heavier than competitors (600g)
quite wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detection focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone port
more heavy than others (543 grams)
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Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm S4200 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX20 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX20 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2012-01-05 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 24-576mm (24.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 0cm | 2cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 97% |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.80 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/500s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 600 gr (1.32 lb) | 543 gr (1.20 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 300 images |
| Type of battery | - | AA |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC / MMC / MMC Plus / HC MMC Plus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $500 | $200 |
