Canon SX260 HS vs Fujifilm T500

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX260 HS and Fujifilm T500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm T500 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was launched 7 months earlier than the Fujifilm T500 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX260 HS grades vs the Fujifilm T500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Fujifilm FinePix T500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Fujifilm T500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS comes with external 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 T500 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX260 HS and Fujifilm T500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the Fujifilm T500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and Fujifilm T500 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and Fujifilm T500.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm T500 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SX260 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.