Canon SX510 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1

Below is a extended assessment of the Canon SX510 HS versus Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the SX510 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX510 HS was revealed 22 months later than the Fujifilm X-S1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX510 HS scores against the Fujifilm X-S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Fujifilm X-S1. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX510 HS offers outside dimensions 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 X-S1 has sizing of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX510 HS versus Fujifilm X-S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX510 HS versus the Fujifilm X-S1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and Fujifilm X-S1 is 80 and 52 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and Fujifilm X-S1.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The SX510 HS has the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh tougher. The more recent SX510 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.