Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600
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![Canon PowerShot SX600 HS front Canon PowerShot SX600 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX600-HS/Canon-SX600-HS-front.jpg)
![FujiFilm FinePix S1600 front FujiFilm FinePix S1600 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/FujiFilm-FinePix-S1600/FujiFilm-S1600-front.jpg)
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Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Launched January 2014
- Newer Model is Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Launched February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix S1770
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Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX600 HS versus FujiFilm S1600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the SX600 HS (16MP) and S1600 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SX600 HS was revealed 3 years after the S1600 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX600 HS matches up versus the S1600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S1600. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S1600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the FujiFilm S1600
SX600 HS | S1600 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 48 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Canon SX600 HS
S1600 | SX600 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and FujiFilm S1600
SX600 HS | S1600 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS enjoys external measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S1600 has measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX600 HS versus FujiFilm S1600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX600 HS vs the S1600.
![Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 size comparison Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX600-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-S1600-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and S1600 is 93 and 78 respectively.
![Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 top view buttons comparison Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX600-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-S1600-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and S1600.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX600 HS to give you more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX600 HS should have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 sensor size comparison Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX600-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-S1600-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX600-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-S1600-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S1600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 |
Also Known as | - | FinePix S1770 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/4.0-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G (TFT) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188 grams (0.41 lb) | 337 grams (0.74 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $249 | $130 |