Canon SX510 HS vs FujiFilm F300EXR

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SX510 HS versus FujiFilm F300EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the F300EXR (12MP) is very well matched but the SX510 HS (1/2.3") and F300EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX510 HS was introduced 3 years later than the F300EXR and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX510 HS matches up versus the F300EXR when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX510 HS enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) and the FujiFilm F300EXR has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX510 HS compared to the F300EXR.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and F300EXR is 80 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX510 HS and F300EXR.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor measurements. The SX510 HS provides the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The newer SX510 HS will have an advantage in sensor technology.