Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm AV250

Here is a in depth review of the Canon SX530 HS versus FujiFilm AV250, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the AV250 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was announced 4 years later than the AV250 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the FujiFilm AV250 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX530 HS grades against the AV250 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and FujiFilm FinePix AV250. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and FujiFilm AV250 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS has got outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the FujiFilm AV250 has sizing of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX530 HS versus FujiFilm AV250 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX530 HS versus the AV250.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and AV250 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and AV250.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX530 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.