Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm Z35
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Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 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
- Launched July 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced July 2009

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm Z35, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was announced 5 years after the Fujifilm Z35 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX400 IS matches up vs the Fujifilm Z35 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Fujifilm FinePix Z35. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Fujifilm Z35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Fujifilm Z35
SX400 IS | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Announced | July 2014 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 62 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Canon SX400 IS
Fujifilm Z35 | SX400 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Fujifilm Z35
SX400 IS | Fujifilm Z35 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX400 IS comes with external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z35 has dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX400 IS compared to the Fujifilm Z35.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and Fujifilm Z35 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX400 IS and Fujifilm Z35.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX400 IS to offer you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX400 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-07-29 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 3s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 313 grams (0.69 pounds) | 125 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $229 | $130 |