Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm X-S1

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX400 IS was manufactured 2 years after the Fujifilm X-S1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX400 IS scores versus the Fujifilm X-S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Fujifilm X-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX400 IS has external dimensions 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 X-S1 has sizing of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm X-S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX400 IS against the Fujifilm X-S1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and Fujifilm X-S1 is 81 and 52 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and Fujifilm X-S1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX400 IS because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Canon SX400 IS will resolve extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher SX400 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.