Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm S4000
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Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm S4000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Launched May 2009
- Updated by Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix S4050

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm S4000 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX200 IS versus FujiFilm S4000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the S4000 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was unveiled 20 months before the S4000 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX200 IS scores versus the S4000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm S4000 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and FujiFilm FinePix S4000. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and FujiFilm S4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the FujiFilm S4000
SX200 IS | S4000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Canon SX200 IS
S4000 | SX200 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 20 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and FujiFilm S4000
SX200 IS | S4000 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm S4000 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS provides outer measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S4000 has sizing of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX200 IS versus FujiFilm S4000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the S4000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and S4000 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm S4000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and S4000.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the FujiFilm S4000 to provide you with more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm S4000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs FujiFilm S4000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 |
Other name | - | FinePix S4050 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 lbs) | 540g (1.19 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 images |
Form of battery | - | AA |
Battery model | NB-5L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD / SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $329 | $279 |