Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm S1600
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Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Released January 2015
- Replaced the Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Launched February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S1770

Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX530 HS (16MP) and S1600 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was revealed 4 years after the S1600 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX530 HS grades against the S1600 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the FujiFilm S1600
SX530 HS | S1600 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 60 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Canon SX530 HS
S1600 | SX530 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and FujiFilm S1600
SX530 HS | S1600 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS offers outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the FujiFilm S1600 has dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX530 HS vs the S1600.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and S1600 is 69 and 78 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and S1600.
Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX530 HS to render more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX530 HS will have an edge in sensor technology.

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Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 |
Alternative name | - | FinePix S1770 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/4.0-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.6fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442 gr (0.97 lb) | 337 gr (0.74 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $379 | $130 |