Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm S8200

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX510 HS versus Fujifilm S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was launched 8 months later than the Fujifilm S8200 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX510 HS scores vs the Fujifilm S8200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S8200. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S8200 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX510 HS has external 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 S8200 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX510 HS versus Fujifilm S8200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX510 HS versus the Fujifilm S8200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX510 HS and Fujifilm S8200 is 80 and 61 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and Fujifilm S8200.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8200 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher SX510 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.