Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm S4500

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm S4500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 6 months later than the Fujifilm S4500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX260 HS grades versus the Fujifilm S4500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S4500. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S4500 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS features external measurements 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 S4500 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm S4500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the Fujifilm S4500.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and Fujifilm S4500 is 91 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and Fujifilm S4500.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm S4500 to offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.