Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm T550
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Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm T550 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
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Announced January 2013

Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm T550 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm T550, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm T550 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX540 HS was introduced 3 years later than the Fujifilm T550 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm T550 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX540 HS scores vs the Fujifilm T550 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm T550 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Fujifilm FinePix T550. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Fujifilm T550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX540 HS over the Fujifilm T550
SX540 HS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 37 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Canon SX540 HS
Fujifilm T550 | SX540 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX540 HS and Fujifilm T550
SX540 HS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm T550 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX540 HS offers exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Fujifilm T550 has specifications of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check the Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm T550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX540 HS and the Fujifilm T550.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and Fujifilm T550 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm T550 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX540 HS and Fujifilm T550.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX540 HS to provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern SX540 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm T550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX540 HS vs Fujifilm T550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Fujifilm FinePix T550 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3440 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 pounds) | 136g (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $399 | $160 |