Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F80EXR

Here is a thorough assessment of the Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F80EXR, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and F80EXR (12MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and F80EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX400 IS was brought out 4 years later than the F80EXR and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX400 IS grades vs the F80EXR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and FujiFilm F80EXR Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX400 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the FujiFilm F80EXR has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX400 IS vs FujiFilm F80EXR in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX400 IS vs the F80EXR.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and F80EXR is 81 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and F80EXR.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX400 IS due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon SX400 IS will render greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern SX400 IS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.