Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm XP30

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX500 IS versus Fujifilm XP30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was announced 13 months later than the Fujifilm XP30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX500 IS grades versus the Fujifilm XP30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Fujifilm FinePix XP30. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Fujifilm XP30 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you should 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") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Fujifilm XP30 has specifications of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX500 IS versus Fujifilm XP30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX500 IS compared to the Fujifilm XP30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and Fujifilm XP30 is 80 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX500 IS and Fujifilm XP30.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX500 IS to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger SX500 IS will have an advantage in sensor technology.