Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S4500
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Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S4500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 341g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Newer Model is Canon SX510 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2012

Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S4500 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S4500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX500 IS was released 8 months after the Fujifilm S4500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX500 IS grades versus the Fujifilm S4500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S4500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S4500. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S4500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the Fujifilm S4500
SX500 IS | Fujifilm S4500 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 8 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4500 over the Canon SX500 IS
Fujifilm S4500 | SX500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX500 IS and Fujifilm S4500
SX500 IS | Fujifilm S4500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S4500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX500 IS enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Fujifilm S4500 has proportions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).
Check the Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S4500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX500 IS vs the Fujifilm S4500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX500 IS and Fujifilm S4500 is 80 and 67 respectively.

Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S4500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX500 IS and Fujifilm S4500.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX500 IS to show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer SX500 IS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S4500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S4500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S4500 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-08-21 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/1600 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 341g (0.75 lbs) | 543g (1.20 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 195 images | 300 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-6L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $299 | $230 |