Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm XP50

Below, we will be looking at the Canon SX520 HS and Fujifilm XP50, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was introduced 2 years after the Fujifilm XP50 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX520 HS grades versus the Fujifilm XP50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Fujifilm FinePix XP50. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Fujifilm XP50 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS features outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XP50 has measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX520 HS vs the Fujifilm XP50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and Fujifilm XP50 is 69 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and Fujifilm XP50.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SX520 HS to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.