Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm HS35EXR

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm HS35EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX260 HS was announced 7 months prior to the Fujifilm HS35EXR so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm HS35EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX260 HS matches up against the Fujifilm HS35EXR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Fujifilm HS35EXR Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS has got physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm HS35EXR has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") along with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX260 HS and the Fujifilm HS35EXR.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and Fujifilm HS35EXR is 91 and 59 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and Fujifilm HS35EXR.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX260 HS having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Fujifilm HS35EXR will give you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older SX260 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.