Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm S3200
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Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm S3200 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
- Introduced June 2010
- Older Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix S3250

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm S3200 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX210 IS versus FujiFilm S3200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the S3200 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was manufactured 6 months before the S3200 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX210 IS matches up versus the S3200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm S3200 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and FujiFilm FinePix S3200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and FujiFilm S3200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the FujiFilm S3200
SX210 IS | S3200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Canon SX210 IS
S3200 | SX210 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and FujiFilm S3200
SX210 IS | S3200 | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm S3200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS provides external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the FujiFilm S3200 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX210 IS versus FujiFilm S3200 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 use at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX210 IS and the S3200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and S3200 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm S3200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and S3200.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration.

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Canon SX210 IS vs FujiFilm S3200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 |
Also referred to as | - | FinePix S3250 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-576mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 lbs) | 540 gr (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 Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photos |
Style of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | NB-5L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $226 | $190 |