Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm JZ200

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX520 HS versus Fujifilm JZ200, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was revealed 2 years after the Fujifilm JZ200 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX520 HS scores vs the Fujifilm JZ200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Fujifilm FinePix JZ200. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS features outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JZ200 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check the Canon SX520 HS versus Fujifilm JZ200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX520 HS and the Fujifilm JZ200.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and Fujifilm JZ200 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and Fujifilm JZ200.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger SX520 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.