Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm S8600

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 7 months after the Fujifilm S8600 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX520 HS grades against the Fujifilm S8600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S8600. The full galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S8600 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS has outside measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8600 has proportions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

See the Canon SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8600 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX520 HS vs the Fujifilm S8600.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8600 is 69 and 76 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and Fujifilm S8600.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of files although you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher SX520 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.