Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm F900EXR

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon SX530 HS and Fujifilm F900EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm F900EXR (16MP) is pretty similar but the SX530 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F900EXR (1/2") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The SX530 HS was released 24 months later than the Fujifilm F900EXR which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm F900EXR being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX530 HS grades versus the Fujifilm F900EXR when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Fujifilm F900EXR Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS has 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 F900EXR has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX530 HS and the Fujifilm F900EXR.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and Fujifilm F900EXR is 69 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and Fujifilm F900EXR.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SX530 HS features the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more challenging. The more recent SX530 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.