Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm XP90
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Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm XP90 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
- Launched July 2014
- Replaced the Canon SX510 HS
- Later Model is Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2016
- Superseded the Fujifilm XP80

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm XP90 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Canon SX520 HS and Fujifilm XP90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX520 HS was introduced 17 months earlier than the Fujifilm XP90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX520 HS grades against the Fujifilm XP90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm XP90 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Fujifilm XP90. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Fujifilm XP90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Fujifilm XP90
SX520 HS | Fujifilm XP90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Canon SX520 HS
Fujifilm XP90 | SX520 HS | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | July 2014 | Newer by 17 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Fujifilm XP90
SX520 HS | Fujifilm XP90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm XP90 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS offers external measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP90 has specifications of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX520 HS and Fujifilm XP90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX520 HS against the Fujifilm XP90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and Fujifilm XP90 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm XP90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and Fujifilm XP90.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX520 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon SX520 HS vs Fujifilm XP90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Fujifilm XP90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Fujifilm XP90 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2014-07-29 | 2016-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 9cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 441 gr (0.97 lb) | 203 gr (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | 210 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | NP-45S |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $219 | $180 |