Canon SX500 IS vs FujiFilm S1600

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SX500 IS and FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX500 IS (16MP) and S1600 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was introduced 2 years later than the S1600 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX500 IS matches up versus the S1600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX500 IS has got exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the FujiFilm S1600 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).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX500 IS against the S1600.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and S1600 is 80 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and S1600.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon SX500 IS to provide you with more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent SX500 IS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.