Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8200

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").

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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.

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.

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.

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.