Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm S1800

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX520 HS versus FujiFilm S1800, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and S1800 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 4 years after the S1800 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX520 HS grades against the S1800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S1800. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S1800 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX520 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the FujiFilm S1800 has sizing of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

See the Canon SX520 HS versus FujiFilm S1800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX520 HS versus the S1800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and S1800 is 69 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and S1800.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX520 HS to result in more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS should have an edge in sensor tech.