Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S8600
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Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S8600 Key Specs
(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
- Released July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-900mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 450g - 121 x 81 x 65mm
- Launched January 2014

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S8600 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S8600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was launched 7 months later than the Fujifilm S8600 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX400 IS grades versus the Fujifilm S8600 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S8600 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S8600. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S8600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Fujifilm S8600
SX400 IS | Fujifilm S8600 | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8600 over the Canon SX400 IS
Fujifilm S8600 | SX400 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Fujifilm S8600
SX400 IS | Fujifilm S8600 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S8600 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS features outer measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8600 has proportions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S8600 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX400 IS compared to the Fujifilm S8600.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and Fujifilm S8600 is 81 and 76 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S8600 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX400 IS and Fujifilm S8600.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger SX400 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S8600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm S8600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-900mm (36.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 lb) | 450g (0.99 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 121 x 81 x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photographs | 410 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11LH | 3 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $229 | $200 |