Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm F200EXR

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX500 IS versus Fujifilm F200EXR, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SX500 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm F200EXR (12MP) and the SX500 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F200EXR (1/1.6") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The SX500 IS was announced 3 years later than the Fujifilm F200EXR and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX500 IS scores versus the Fujifilm F200EXR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Fujifilm F200EXR Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX500 IS provides exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Fujifilm F200EXR has specifications of 98mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX500 IS versus Fujifilm F200EXR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX500 IS compared to the Fujifilm F200EXR.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and Fujifilm F200EXR is 80 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX500 IS and Fujifilm F200EXR.

Clearly, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX500 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon SX500 IS will deliver more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher SX500 IS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.