Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm S8100fd

Lets look much closer at the Canon SX260 HS versus Fujifilm S8100fd, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was unveiled 3 years after the Fujifilm S8100fd which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX260 HS scores vs the Fujifilm S8100fd in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8100fd has dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX260 HS versus Fujifilm S8100fd in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and Fujifilm S8100fd is 91 and 75 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and Fujifilm S8100fd.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX260 HS to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger SX260 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.