Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm F800EXR
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Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm F800EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 232g - 105 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched July 2012
- Older Model is Fujifilm F770EXR
- Replacement is Fujifilm F900EXR

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm F800EXR Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX400 IS versus Fujifilm F800EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm F800EXR (16MP) is pretty similar but the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F800EXR (1/2") have totally different sensor sizing.

The SX400 IS was announced 2 years later than the Fujifilm F800EXR and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX400 IS matches up vs the Fujifilm F800EXR when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm F800EXR Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Fujifilm F800EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Fujifilm F800EXR
SX400 IS | Fujifilm F800EXR | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | ![]() | July 2012 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F800EXR over the Canon SX400 IS
Fujifilm F800EXR | SX400 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Fujifilm F800EXR
SX400 IS | Fujifilm F800EXR | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm F800EXR Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX400 IS features external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F800EXR has sizing of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX400 IS versus Fujifilm F800EXR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX400 IS against the Fujifilm F800EXR.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and Fujifilm F800EXR is 81 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm F800EXR Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX400 IS and Fujifilm F800EXR.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SX400 IS provides the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult. The newer SX400 IS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm F800EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm F800EXR Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Fujifilm FinePix F800EXR |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-07-29 | 2012-07-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 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 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.70 m (Wide: 15 cm–3.7 m / Tele: 90 cm–2.4m) |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 313g (0.69 lbs) | 232g (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 105 x 63 x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 143 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 images | 300 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | NP-50A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $229 | $330 |