Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm IS Pro

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX240 HS versus Fujifilm IS Pro, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro DSLR by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm IS Pro (6MP) and the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm IS Pro (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The SX240 HS was released 4 years later than the Fujifilm IS Pro and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm IS Pro being a Large SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX240 HS matches up versus the Fujifilm IS Pro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Fujifilm FinePix IS Pro. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Fujifilm IS Pro Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS features exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Fujifilm IS Pro has proportions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

See the Canon SX240 HS versus Fujifilm IS Pro in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX240 HS versus the Fujifilm IS Pro.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and Fujifilm IS Pro is 91 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX240 HS and Fujifilm IS Pro.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX240 HS due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Canon SX240 HS will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent SX240 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.