Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm A100

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX520 HS versus Fujifilm A100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and Fujifilm A100 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was introduced 5 years later than the Fujifilm A100 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX520 HS matches up against the Fujifilm A100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Fujifilm FinePix A100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Fujifilm A100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS has got outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm A100 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Canon SX520 HS versus Fujifilm A100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX520 HS and the Fujifilm A100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and Fujifilm A100 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and Fujifilm A100.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX520 HS to give you greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer SX520 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.