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Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1

Portability
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Imaging
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Features
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Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX60 HS front
 
Fujifilm X-S1 front
Portability
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Imaging
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Features
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Overall
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Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1 Key Specs

Canon SX60 HS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 21-1365mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
  • 650g - 128 x 93 x 114mm
  • Introduced September 2014
  • Succeeded the Canon SX50 HS
Fujifilm X-S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-624mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 920g - 135 x 107 x 149mm
  • Launched November 2011
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Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1 Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SX60 HS and Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the SX60 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The SX60 HS was launched 2 years later than the Fujifilm X-S1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX60 HS matches up against the Fujifilm X-S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX60 HS over the Fujifilm X-S1

 SX60 HS Fujifilm X-S1 
LaunchedSeptember 2014November 2011More recent by 35 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen resolution922k460kCrisper screen (+462k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S1 over the Canon SX60 HS

 Fujifilm X-S1 SX60 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX60 HS and Fujifilm X-S1

 SX60 HS Fujifilm X-S1 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen sizing
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX60 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-S1 has specifications of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") having a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX60 HS and Fujifilm X-S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX60 HS vs the Fujifilm X-S1.

Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX60 HS and Fujifilm X-S1 is 61 and 52 respectively.

Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX60 HS and Fujifilm X-S1.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX60 HS due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon SX60 HS will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer SX60 HS provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1 sensor size comparison

Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX60 HS Portrait photography details
Fujifilm X-S1 Portrait photography details
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manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focus
exports RAW formats
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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focusing manually
offers face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is small (2/3")
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Street Comparison

Canon SX60 HS Street photography highlights
Fujifilm X-S1 Street photography highlights
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screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
sensor is small (1/2.3")
more heavy than competition in class (650g)
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screen tilts
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
sensor is small (2/3")
heavier than competition in class (920 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX60 HS as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm X-S1 as a Sports photography camera
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amazing zoom range (21-1365mm 65.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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long zoom range (24-624mm 26.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking focus
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is small (2/3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX60 HS as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm X-S1 as a Travel photography camera
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decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
reasonably wide (21mm)
great reach (1365mm)
missing Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (650g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.4)
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has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
great reach (624mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (920 grams)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX60 HS Landscape photography advice
Fujifilm X-S1 Landscape photography advice
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manual focus
reasonably wide (21mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
exports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.4)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
missing Timelapse recording
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focusing manually
pretty wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (2/3")
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX60 HS Vlogging features
Fujifilm X-S1 Vlogging features
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reasonably wide (21mm)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with microphone support
sluggish max aperture (f3.4)
more heavy than competition in class (650 grams)
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pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes mic socket
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
heavier than competition in class (920 grams)
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Canon SX60 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX60 HS and Fujifilm X-S1
 Canon PowerShot SX60 HSFujifilm X-S1
General Information
Company Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Fujifilm X-S1
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2014-09-16 2011-11-24
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 6 EXR
Sensor type BSI-CMOS EXRCMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 2/3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 8.8 x 6.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 58.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3072 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Max enhanced ISO - 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 49
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 21-1365mm (65.0x) 24-624mm (26.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.4-6.5 f/2.8-5.6
Macro focusing range 0cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 4.1
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Tilting
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 922 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 922 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 6.4 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.50 m 8.00 m
Flash modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 650 grams (1.43 lb) 920 grams (2.03 lb)
Physical dimensions 128 x 93 x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") 135 x 107 x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 39 49
DXO Color Depth rating 19.2 20.4
DXO Dynamic range rating 10.1 11.2
DXO Low light rating 127 216
Other
Battery life 340 photos -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-10L NP-95
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $549 $399