Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR

Below, we are reviewing the Canon SX540 HS and Fujifilm F500 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and the SX540 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") use different sensor size.

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The SX540 HS was introduced 5 years later than the Fujifilm F500 EXR and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm F500 EXR being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX540 HS scores against the Fujifilm F500 EXR when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS has got exterior dimensions 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 F500 EXR has sizing of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX540 HS and Fujifilm F500 EXR in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX540 HS against the Fujifilm F500 EXR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and Fujifilm F500 EXR is 69 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX540 HS and Fujifilm F500 EXR.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX540 HS having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX540 HS will produce more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SX540 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.