Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S1500

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon SX500 IS versus Fujifilm S1500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the SX500 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was brought out 3 years later than the Fujifilm S1500 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX500 IS grades versus the Fujifilm S1500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX500 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S1500 has proportions of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX500 IS versus the Fujifilm S1500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and Fujifilm S1500 is 80 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX500 IS and Fujifilm S1500.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX500 IS to resolve greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX500 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.