Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.