Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS
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![Canon PowerShot SX400 IS front Canon PowerShot SX400 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS/Canon-SX400-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Revealed July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.4-6.0) lens
- 441g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2014
- Older Model is Canon SX510 HS
- Later Model is Canon SX530 HS
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Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX400 IS and Canon SX520 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are offered by Canon. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the SX520 HS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SX400 IS was announced within a month of the SX520 HS and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX400 IS matches up versus the SX520 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Canon PowerShot SX520 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Canon SX520 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Canon SX520 HS
SX400 IS | SX520 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Canon SX400 IS
SX520 HS | SX400 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Canon SX520 HS
SX400 IS | SX520 HS | |||
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Revealed | July 2014 | ![]() | July 2014 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS has got external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Canon SX520 HS has specifications of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs).
Check out the Canon SX400 IS and Canon SX520 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX400 IS against the SX520 HS.
![Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS size comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SX520-HS-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and SX520 HS is 81 and 69 respectively.
![Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS top view buttons comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SX520-HS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and SX520 HS.
All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images but you really should take the release date of the cameras into account.
![Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS sensor size comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SX520-HS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Canon-PowerShot-SX520-HS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX520 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-07-29 | 2014-07-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4+ | Digic 4+ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-1008mm (42.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.4-6.0 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 0cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, on, off, slow synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 313 gr (0.69 lbs) | 441 gr (0.97 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 shots | 210 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $229 | $219 |