Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200
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Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Superseded the Canon SX510 HS
- Successor is Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2013

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX520 HS was revealed 19 months after the Fujifilm S8200 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX520 HS scores against the Fujifilm S8200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S8200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S8200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Fujifilm S8200
SX520 HS | Fujifilm S8200 | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 19 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8200 over the Canon SX520 HS
Fujifilm S8200 | SX520 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8200
SX520 HS | Fujifilm S8200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS comes with external dimensions 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 S8200 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the Fujifilm S8200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8200 is 69 and 61 respectively.

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8200.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX520 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S8200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S8200 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-07-29 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 24-960mm (40.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 0cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200 thousand dots |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1700s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 441 grams (0.97 lb) | 670 grams (1.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $219 | $450 |