Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm S8300

Below is a comprehensive review of the Canon SX240 HS and Fujifilm S8300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was introduced 11 months earlier than the Fujifilm S8300 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX240 HS matches up against the Fujifilm S8300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S8300. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S8300 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS features exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8300 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX240 HS and Fujifilm S8300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the Fujifilm S8300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and Fujifilm S8300 is 91 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX240 HS and Fujifilm S8300.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm S8300 to produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SX240 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.