Canon SX50 HS vs Fujifilm S9400W

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX50 HS vs Fujifilm S9400W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was revealed 11 months earlier than the Fujifilm S9400W so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX50 HS grades against the Fujifilm S9400W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S9400W. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S9400W Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX50 HS comes with outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Fujifilm S9400W has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX50 HS vs Fujifilm S9400W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX50 HS and the Fujifilm S9400W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and Fujifilm S9400W is 65 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX50 HS and Fujifilm S9400W.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S9400W to show extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older SX50 HS will be behind in sensor technology.