Canon SX410 IS vs Fujifilm S8300

The following is a extended assessment of the Canon SX410 IS and Fujifilm S8300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX410 IS was launched 2 years after the Fujifilm S8300 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX410 IS matches up vs the Fujifilm S8300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S8300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S8300 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX410 IS comes with external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8300 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX410 IS versus the Fujifilm S8300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX410 IS and Fujifilm S8300 is 80 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX410 IS and Fujifilm S8300.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX410 IS to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer SX410 IS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.