Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4500

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was released 2 years later than the Fujifilm S4500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX400 IS scores against the Fujifilm S4500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S4500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S4500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS has got 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) whilst the Fujifilm S4500 has proportions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX400 IS against the Fujifilm S4500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and Fujifilm S4500 is 81 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and Fujifilm S4500.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX400 IS to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher SX400 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.