Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8100fd
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Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.4-6.0) lens
- 441g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Announced July 2014
- Older Model is Canon SX510 HS
- Successor is Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Announced January 2009

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Canon SX520 HS versus Fujifilm S8100fd, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX520 HS was unveiled 5 years after the Fujifilm S8100fd which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX520 HS grades vs the Fujifilm S8100fd with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The full galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Fujifilm S8100fd
SX520 HS | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Announced | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 68 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Canon SX520 HS
Fujifilm S8100fd | SX520 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8100fd
SX520 HS | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS offers physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8100fd has dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX520 HS versus Fujifilm S8100fd in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8100fd is 69 and 75 respectively.

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The pic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8100fd.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX520 HS to give greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The newer SX520 HS will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-07-29 | 2009-01-15 |
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 | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 441 grams (0.97 lbs) | 405 grams (0.89 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $219 | $300 |