Canon SX210 IS vs Fujifilm X20
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Canon SX210 IS vs Fujifilm X20 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
- Later Model is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Released April 2013
- Superseded the Fujifilm X10
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X30

Canon SX210 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon SX210 IS versus Fujifilm X20, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) is very comparable but the SX210 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

The SX210 IS was announced 3 years prior to the Fujifilm X20 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX210 IS grades vs the Fujifilm X20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX210 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Fujifilm X20. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Fujifilm X20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Fujifilm X20
SX210 IS | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Canon SX210 IS
Fujifilm X20 | SX210 IS | |||
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Released | April 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 34 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Fujifilm X20
SX210 IS | Fujifilm X20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon SX210 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Fujifilm X20 has proportions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).
Check the Canon SX210 IS versus Fujifilm X20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX210 IS and the Fujifilm X20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and Fujifilm X20 is 90 and 83 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and Fujifilm X20.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX210 IS having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Canon SX210 IS will produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX210 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX210 IS vs Fujifilm X20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Fujifilm X20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Fujifilm X20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2013-04-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 2/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 85 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 12.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/1000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 lb) | 353 gr (0.78 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") |
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 | - | 270 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 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/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $226 | $500 |