Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR
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Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Released June 2010
- Old Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Successor is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Also Known as FinePix F305EXR

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX210 IS versus FujiFilm F300EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the F300EXR (12MP) is relatively well matched but the SX210 IS (1/2.3") and F300EXR (1/2") provide different sensor sizes.

The SX210 IS was unveiled at a similar time to the F300EXR so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX210 IS matches up against the F300EXR when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the FujiFilm F300EXR
SX210 IS | F300EXR | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Canon SX210 IS
F300EXR | SX210 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and FujiFilm F300EXR
SX210 IS | F300EXR | |||
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Introduced | June 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the FujiFilm F300EXR has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the Canon SX210 IS versus FujiFilm F300EXR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the F300EXR.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and F300EXR is 90 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX210 IS and F300EXR.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX210 IS with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Canon SX210 IS will give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR |
Also called as | - | FinePix F305EXR |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 pounds) | 215 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 model | NB-5L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $226 | $280 |