Canon SX510 HS vs FujiFilm S4000

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon SX510 HS versus FujiFilm S4000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the S4000 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was introduced 2 years later than the S4000 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX510 HS grades against the S4000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S4000. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S4000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX510 HS provides outer measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the FujiFilm S4000 has measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX510 HS versus FujiFilm S4000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX510 HS compared to the S4000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and S4000 is 80 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and S4000.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the FujiFilm S4000 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX510 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.