Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX530 HS and Fujifilm F550 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) is very well matched but the SX530 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") use different sensor measurements.

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The SX530 HS was launched 3 years after the Fujifilm F550 EXR which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm F550 EXR being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX530 HS grades versus the Fujifilm F550 EXR when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX530 HS provides outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR has measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX530 HS and Fujifilm F550 EXR in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX530 HS against the Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and Fujifilm F550 EXR is 69 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and Fujifilm F550 EXR.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact MP but different sensor dimensions. The SX530 HS provides the tinier sensor which should make achieving bokeh more challenging. The fresher SX530 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.