Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm SL240

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm SL240, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX20 IS was unveiled 18 months earlier than the Fujifilm SL240 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX20 IS scores vs the Fujifilm SL240 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS and Fujifilm FinePix SL240. The full galleries are available at Canon SX20 IS Gallery and Fujifilm SL240 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX20 IS has got outer measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm SL240 has specifications of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX20 IS vs Fujifilm SL240 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX20 IS versus the Fujifilm SL240.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX20 IS and Fujifilm SL240 is 65 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The image here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX20 IS and Fujifilm SL240.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm SL240 to produce more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SX20 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.