Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm S4000

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm S4000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the S4000 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was brought out 3 years after the S4000 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX520 HS matches up against the S4000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & FujiFilm FinePix S4000. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & FujiFilm S4000 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS comes with external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the FujiFilm S4000 has measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX520 HS and the S4000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and S4000 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and S4000.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX520 HS to deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.