Canon SX410 IS vs Fujifilm S4200

The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX410 IS and Fujifilm S4200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX410 IS was brought out 3 years after the Fujifilm S4200 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX410 IS grades against the Fujifilm S4200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon SX410 IS offers outer measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S4200 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

Check the Canon SX410 IS and Fujifilm S4200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX410 IS compared to the Fujifilm S4200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX410 IS and Fujifilm S4200 is 80 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX410 IS and Fujifilm S4200.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX410 IS to offer you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX410 IS should have an edge in sensor technology.