Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm Z37
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Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Launched February 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX230 HS
- Updated by Canon SX260 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Released July 2009
Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm Z37, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX240 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the Fujifilm Z37 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX240 HS matches up against the Fujifilm Z37 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Fujifilm FinePix Z37. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Fujifilm Z37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Fujifilm Z37
SX240 HS | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | July 2009 | More recent by 31 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Canon SX240 HS
Fujifilm Z37 | SX240 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Fujifilm Z37
SX240 HS | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX240 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z37 has dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX240 HS vs the Fujifilm Z37.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and Fujifilm Z37 is 91 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and Fujifilm Z37.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX240 HS to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The newer SX240 HS should have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX240 HS vs Fujifilm Z37 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 3 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 224g (0.49 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $0 | $130 |