Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S1600

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX540 HS and FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and S1600 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was unveiled 6 years after the S1600 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX540 HS grades versus the S1600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX540 HS enjoys external measurements 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 S1600 has dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX540 HS and FujiFilm S1600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX540 HS versus the S1600.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and S1600 is 69 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and S1600.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX540 HS to produce more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher SX540 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.