Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S200EXR

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX50 HS and FujiFilm S200EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the S200EXR (12MP) is fairly well matched but the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and S200EXR (1/1.6") come with different sensor size.

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The SX50 HS was launched 3 years later than the S200EXR and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX50 HS scores vs the S200EXR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & FujiFilm S200EXR Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX50 HS has physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S200EXR has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") with a weight of 865 grams (1.91 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX50 HS and FujiFilm S200EXR in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX50 HS vs the S200EXR.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and S200EXR is 65 and 54 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX50 HS and S200EXR.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but different sensor sizing. The SX50 HS has got the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh trickier. The younger SX50 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.