Canon SX530 HS vs Fujifilm S8400W

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX530 HS versus Fujifilm S8400W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was manufactured 22 months after the Fujifilm S8400W making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX530 HS scores against the Fujifilm S8400W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S8400W. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S8400W Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX530 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8400W has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX530 HS versus Fujifilm S8400W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX530 HS compared to the Fujifilm S8400W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and Fujifilm S8400W is 69 and 61 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The image here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and Fujifilm S8400W.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger SX530 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.