Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4200

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was unveiled 2 years later than the Fujifilm S4200 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX400 IS scores versus the Fujifilm S4200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The full galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS comes with physical measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Fujifilm S4200 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX400 IS vs the Fujifilm S4200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and Fujifilm S4200 is 81 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX400 IS and Fujifilm S4200.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX400 IS to result in extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger SX400 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.