Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm A100

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX510 HS versus Fujifilm A100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was introduced 4 years later than the Fujifilm A100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX510 HS grades against the Fujifilm A100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Fujifilm FinePix A100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Fujifilm A100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX510 HS enjoys external dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Fujifilm A100 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX510 HS versus Fujifilm A100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX510 HS vs the Fujifilm A100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and Fujifilm A100 is 80 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX510 HS and Fujifilm A100.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX510 HS to provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent SX510 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.