Canon SX50 HS vs Fujifilm X-A7

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX50 HS vs Fujifilm X-A7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The SX50 HS was unveiled 7 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-A7 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm X-A7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX50 HS grades vs the Fujifilm X-A7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Fujifilm X-A7. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX50 HS features physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-A7 has proportions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SX50 HS and the Fujifilm X-A7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and Fujifilm X-A7 is 65 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and Fujifilm X-A7.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX50 HS using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm X-A7 will give you more detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX50 HS is going to be behind in sensor tech.