Canon SX260 HS vs FujiFilm JX300

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon SX260 HS versus FujiFilm JX300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the JX300 (14MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was unveiled 18 months later than the JX300 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX260 HS grades against the JX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and FujiFilm FinePix JX300. The full galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and FujiFilm JX300 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS provides physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the FujiFilm JX300 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX260 HS versus FujiFilm JX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX260 HS and the JX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and JX300 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and JX300.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm JX300 to render extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger SX260 HS should have an edge in sensor innovation.