Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX60 HS and Fujifilm SL1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was launched 21 months later than the Fujifilm SL1000 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX60 HS matches up vs the Fujifilm SL1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Fujifilm FinePix SL1000. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX60 HS features exterior dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Fujifilm SL1000 has specifications of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") with a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX60 HS and Fujifilm SL1000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX60 HS against the Fujifilm SL1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX60 HS and Fujifilm SL1000 is 61 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX60 HS and Fujifilm SL1000.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you will need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SX60 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.