Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JX300

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JX300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the JX300 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was brought out 6 months prior to the JX300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX210 IS scores versus the JX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and FujiFilm FinePix JX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and FujiFilm JX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX210 IS features physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the FujiFilm JX300 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm JX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX210 IS versus the JX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and JX300 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The graphic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and JX300.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.