Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm S8200

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX20 IS and Fujifilm S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the SX20 IS (12MP) and Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX20 IS was manufactured 3 years prior to the Fujifilm S8200 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX20 IS scores against the Fujifilm S8200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS & Fujifilm FinePix S8200. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX20 IS Gallery & Fujifilm S8200 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX20 IS provides outside dimensions 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 S8200 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX20 IS and Fujifilm S8200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX20 IS versus the Fujifilm S8200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX20 IS and Fujifilm S8200 is 65 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX20 IS and Fujifilm S8200.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S8200 to offer extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SX20 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.