Canon SX50 HS vs Fujifilm S8600

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX50 HS and Fujifilm S8600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was unveiled 11 months before the Fujifilm S8600 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX50 HS scores versus the Fujifilm S8600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S8600. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S8600 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX50 HS provides exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8600 has dimensions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX50 HS compared to the Fujifilm S8600.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and Fujifilm S8600 is 65 and 76 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and Fujifilm S8600.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm S8600 to deliver greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SX50 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.