Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm T300

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").

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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.

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.

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.

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.