Canon SX520 HS vs FujiFilm XP10

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX520 HS and FujiFilm XP10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and XP10 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was introduced 4 years after the XP10 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX520 HS grades against the XP10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & FujiFilm FinePix XP10. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & FujiFilm XP10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS provides external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the FujiFilm XP10 has dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX520 HS and FujiFilm XP10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX520 HS versus the XP10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and XP10 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and XP10.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX520 HS to give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.