Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S3200
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Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S3200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix S3250

Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S3200 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX540 HS and FujiFilm S3200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and S3200 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX540 HS was unveiled 5 years after the S3200 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX540 HS scores against the S3200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S3200 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S3200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S3200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX540 HS over the FujiFilm S3200
SX540 HS | S3200 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 61 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Canon SX540 HS
S3200 | SX540 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX540 HS and FujiFilm S3200
SX540 HS | S3200 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S3200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS has got outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the FujiFilm S3200 has sizing of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX540 HS and FujiFilm S3200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX540 HS compared to the S3200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and S3200 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S3200 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX540 HS and S3200.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX540 HS to provide more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The newer SX540 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S3200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 |
Also called | - | FinePix S3250 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-576mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442g (0.97 lb) | 540g (1.19 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 205 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $190 |