Canon SX260 HS vs FujiFilm S1600

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX260 HS vs FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the S1600 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 2 years after the S1600 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX260 HS matches up against the S1600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S1600 has proportions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

See the Canon SX260 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX260 HS and the S1600.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and S1600 is 91 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and S1600.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX260 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.