Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD
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Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 595g - 123 x 87 x 106mm
- Released January 2013
- Older Model is Canon SX40 HS
- Newer Model is Canon SX60 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Launched July 2010
- Also Known as FinePix S2600HD

Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the S2500HD (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX50 HS was announced 2 years later than the S2500HD and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX50 HS grades vs the S2500HD in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX50 HS over the FujiFilm S2500HD
SX50 HS | S2500HD | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 31 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Canon SX50 HS
S2500HD | SX50 HS | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SX50 HS and FujiFilm S2500HD
SX50 HS | S2500HD | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX50 HS comes with exterior 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) while the FujiFilm S2500HD has dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX50 HS against the S2500HD.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX50 HS and S2500HD is 65 and 78 respectively.

Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX50 HS and S2500HD.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX50 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX50 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD |
Also called as | - | FinePix S2600HD |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-15 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 99 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 595 grams (1.31 pounds) | 337 grams (0.74 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 179 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 315 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-10L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $429 | $200 |