Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8400W

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8400W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was manufactured 17 months later than the Fujifilm S8400W which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX520 HS scores versus the Fujifilm S8400W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S8400W. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S8400W Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX520 HS enjoys physical measurements 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 S8400W has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8400W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX520 HS versus the Fujifilm S8400W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8400W is 69 and 61 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8400W.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images however you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX520 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.