Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm S8100fd

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX60 HS and Fujifilm S8100fd, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was manufactured 5 years after the Fujifilm S8100fd which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm S8100fd being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX60 HS grades vs the Fujifilm S8100fd in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX60 HS has got exterior measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8100fd has dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX60 HS and Fujifilm S8100fd in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX60 HS vs the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and Fujifilm S8100fd is 61 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX60 HS and Fujifilm S8100fd.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX60 HS to offer you extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher SX60 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.