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Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800

Portability
81
Imaging
40
Features
31
Overall
36
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S4800 front
Portability
66
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Key Specs

Canon SX400 IS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
  • 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
  • Introduced July 2014
Fujifilm S4800
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
  • Announced January 2013
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Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was brought out 19 months after the Fujifilm S4800 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX400 IS grades versus the Fujifilm S4800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Fujifilm S4800

 SX400 IS Fujifilm S4800 
AnnouncedJuly 2014January 2013More modern by 19 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Canon SX400 IS

 Fujifilm S4800 SX400 IS 

Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Fujifilm S4800

 SX400 IS Fujifilm S4800 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. 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) and the Fujifilm S4800 has sizing of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX400 IS compared to the Fujifilm S4800.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and Fujifilm S4800 is 81 and 66 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and Fujifilm S4800.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX400 IS will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 sensor size comparison

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX400 IS Portrait photography features
Fujifilm S4800 Portrait photography features
35
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
no manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
36
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
offers face detection focusing
no manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX400 IS as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm S4800 as a Street photography camera
52
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
43
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
more heavy than competitors (518g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX400 IS Sports photography details
Fujifilm S4800 Sports photography details
42
long zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (190 per charge)
has no phase detect AF
48
amazing zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX400 IS as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm S4800 as a Travel photography camera
60
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
very long zoom (720mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
not so great battery pack (190 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
54
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
great reach (720mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors (518 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX400 IS Landscape photography information
Fujifilm S4800 Landscape photography information
40
really wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
no manual exposure
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
not so great battery pack (190 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse function
42
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX400 IS Vlogging highlights
Fujifilm S4800 Vlogging highlights
28
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic socket
24
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detection focusing
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone support
more heavy than competitors (518g)
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Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX400 IS and Fujifilm S4800
 Canon PowerShot SX400 ISFujifilm FinePix S4800
General Information
Brand Name Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot SX400 IS Fujifilm FinePix S4800
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2014-07-29 2013-01-30
Physical type Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic 4+ -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-720mm (30.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.4-5.8 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance 0cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.00 m 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m)
Flash settings Auto, on, off, slow synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264, Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 313 grams (0.69 lbs) 518 grams (1.14 lbs)
Physical dimensions 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 190 shots -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-11LH 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $229 $229