Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR
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Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR 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
- Announced July 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched July 2010
- Also Known as FinePix F305EXR

Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and F300EXR (12MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and F300EXR (1/2") posses totally different sensor sizes.

The SX400 IS was unveiled 4 years later than the F300EXR and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX400 IS scores against the F300EXR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR. The full galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the FujiFilm F300EXR
SX400 IS | F300EXR | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 49 months |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Canon SX400 IS
F300EXR | SX400 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and FujiFilm F300EXR
SX400 IS | F300EXR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX400 IS comes with external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the FujiFilm F300EXR has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX400 IS against the F300EXR.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and F300EXR is 81 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and F300EXR.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX400 IS with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX400 IS will render greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX400 IS will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR |
Also called | - | FinePix F305EXR |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-07-29 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4+ | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 pounds) | 215g (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $229 | $280 |