Canon SX30 IS vs Fujifilm S9200

Following is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX30 IS versus Fujifilm S9200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was announced 4 years before the Fujifilm S9200 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX30 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm S9200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S9200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S9200 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX30 IS features physical dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Fujifilm S9200 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX30 IS versus Fujifilm S9200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX30 IS compared to the Fujifilm S9200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX30 IS and Fujifilm S9200 is 64 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX30 IS and Fujifilm S9200.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm S9200 to deliver more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX30 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.