Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX260 HS versus Fujifilm HS50 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") have totally different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The SX260 HS was unveiled 7 months earlier than the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX260 HS scores against the Fujifilm HS50 EXR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS features physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm HS50 EXR has specifications of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") having a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

See the Canon SX260 HS versus Fujifilm HS50 EXR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and Fujifilm HS50 EXR is 91 and 54 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX260 HS using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR will render extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX260 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.