Canon SX530 HS vs FujiFilm S4000

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon SX530 HS and FujiFilm S4000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the S4000 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The SX530 HS was unveiled 4 years later than the S4000 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX530 HS grades versus the S4000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S4000. The full galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S4000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX530 HS features exterior dimensions 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 S4000 has measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX530 HS and FujiFilm S4000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX530 HS versus the S4000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and S4000 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and S4000.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX530 HS to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX530 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.