Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm SL240

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX540 HS and Fujifilm SL240, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was revealed 4 years later than the Fujifilm SL240 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX540 HS grades versus the Fujifilm SL240 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Fujifilm FinePix SL240. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Fujifilm SL240 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX540 HS has got external 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) whilst the Fujifilm SL240 has specifications of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX540 HS and Fujifilm SL240 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SX540 HS against the Fujifilm SL240.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and Fujifilm SL240 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and Fujifilm SL240.

As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX540 HS to give extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX540 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.