Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm T400

Following is a in depth overview of the Canon SX500 IS and Fujifilm T400, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm T400 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was brought out 8 months after the Fujifilm T400 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX500 IS matches up against the Fujifilm T400 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Fujifilm FinePix T400. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Fujifilm T400 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX500 IS comes with external 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 T400 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Canon SX500 IS and Fujifilm T400 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX500 IS against the Fujifilm T400.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and Fujifilm T400 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and Fujifilm T400.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX500 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.