Canon SX50 HS vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR

In this article, we are looking at the Canon SX50 HS vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The SX50 HS was brought out 3 years before the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX50 HS scores vs the Fujifilm X-T1 IR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Fujifilm X-T1 IR. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX50 HS offers exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR has sizing of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX50 HS vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX50 HS versus the Fujifilm X-T1 IR.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and Fujifilm X-T1 IR is 65 and 79 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and Fujifilm X-T1 IR.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX50 HS due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR will render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The older SX50 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.