Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm S2000HD
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Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.5-6.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Revealed January 2016
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-414mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 426g - 111 x 79 x 76mm
- Released January 2009

Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Overview
Following is a complete review of the Canon SX420 IS and Fujifilm S2000HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX420 IS was brought out 7 years after the Fujifilm S2000HD which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX420 IS grades vs the Fujifilm S2000HD when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS & Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery & Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX420 IS over the Fujifilm S2000HD
SX420 IS | Fujifilm S2000HD | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 85 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2000HD over the Canon SX420 IS
Fujifilm S2000HD | SX420 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX420 IS and Fujifilm S2000HD
SX420 IS | Fujifilm S2000HD | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX420 IS features exterior measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Fujifilm S2000HD has dimensions of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check the Canon SX420 IS and Fujifilm S2000HD in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX420 IS against the Fujifilm S2000HD.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX420 IS and Fujifilm S2000HD is 80 and 75 respectively.

Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX420 IS and Fujifilm S2000HD.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX420 IS to give more detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX420 IS should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX420 IS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX420 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX420 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2016-01-05 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 28-414mm (14.8x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.6 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.5fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 8.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 325g (0.72 lb) | 426g (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 111 x 79 x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") |
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 | 195 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $299 | $280 |