Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300
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Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.4-6.0) lens
- 441g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Released July 2014
- Old Model is Canon SX510 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Released July 2011
- Also Known as FinePix T305

Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the T300 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX520 HS was brought out 3 years later than the T300 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX520 HS matches up versus the T300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and FujiFilm FinePix T300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and FujiFilm T300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the FujiFilm T300
SX520 HS | T300 | |||
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Released | July 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 37 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Canon SX520 HS
T300 | SX520 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and FujiFilm T300
SX520 HS | T300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS enjoys physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the FujiFilm T300 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the T300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and T300 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and T300.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX520 HS to render greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | FujiFilm FinePix T300 |
Also called as | - | FinePix T305 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/3.4-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 2.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 441 grams (0.97 lb) | 151 grams (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | 180 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $219 | $250 |