Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S2950

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SX540 HS versus FujiFilm S2950, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and S2950 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was announced 5 years later than the S2950 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX540 HS matches up versus the S2950 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & FujiFilm FinePix S2950. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & FujiFilm S2950 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX540 HS comes with outside measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the FujiFilm S2950 has specifications of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX540 HS vs the S2950.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and S2950 is 69 and 76 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The photograph below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and S2950.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX540 HS to offer you extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern SX540 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.