Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S9900w

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S9900w, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was announced 3 years before the Fujifilm S9900w which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9900w being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX500 IS scores vs the Fujifilm S9900w when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Fujifilm S9900w. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S9900w Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX500 IS offers 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) while the Fujifilm S9900w has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX500 IS vs Fujifilm S9900w in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX500 IS versus the Fujifilm S9900w.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and Fujifilm S9900w is 80 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and Fujifilm S9900w.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX500 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.