Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm XP50

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX500 IS versus Fujifilm XP50, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was launched 8 months after the Fujifilm XP50 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX500 IS matches up against the Fujifilm XP50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & Fujifilm FinePix XP50. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & Fujifilm XP50 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX500 IS features outside 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 XP50 has dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX500 IS and the Fujifilm XP50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and Fujifilm XP50 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX500 IS and Fujifilm XP50.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX500 IS to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX500 IS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.