Canon SX410 IS vs Fujifilm S8500

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX410 IS vs Fujifilm S8500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX410 IS was brought out 2 years after the Fujifilm S8500 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX410 IS scores against the Fujifilm S8500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S8500. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S8500 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX410 IS enjoys physical measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8500 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX410 IS vs Fujifilm S8500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX410 IS and the Fujifilm S8500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX410 IS and Fujifilm S8500 is 80 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX410 IS and Fujifilm S8500.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX410 IS to deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent SX410 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.