Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm JX370
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Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm JX370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 124g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched August 2011

Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm JX370 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX540 HS and Fujifilm JX370, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm JX370 (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX540 HS was launched 4 years after the Fujifilm JX370 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm JX370 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX540 HS scores against the Fujifilm JX370 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm JX370 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Fujifilm FinePix JX370. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Fujifilm JX370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX540 HS over the Fujifilm JX370
SX540 HS | Fujifilm JX370 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 54 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX370 over the Canon SX540 HS
Fujifilm JX370 | SX540 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX540 HS and Fujifilm JX370
SX540 HS | Fujifilm JX370 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm JX370 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX540 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Fujifilm JX370 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX540 HS and Fujifilm JX370 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SX540 HS against the Fujifilm JX370.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and Fujifilm JX370 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm JX370 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The pic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX540 HS and Fujifilm JX370.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX540 HS to provide more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX540 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm JX370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm JX370 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Fujifilm FinePix JX370 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Fujifilm FinePix JX370 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-01-05 | 2011-08-11 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/2.6-6.2 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1800 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 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 | 442 gr (0.97 lb) | 124 gr (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 190 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $399 | $159 |