Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm S8500

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon SX240 HS versus Fujifilm S8500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was revealed 11 months earlier than the Fujifilm S8500 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX240 HS grades against the Fujifilm S8500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S8500. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S8500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS features physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8500 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX240 HS versus Fujifilm S8500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the Fujifilm S8500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and Fujifilm S8500 is 91 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX240 HS and Fujifilm S8500.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm S8500 to give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older SX240 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.