Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S2950

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon SX600 HS versus FujiFilm S2950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the S2950 (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was introduced 3 years later than the S2950 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX600 HS matches up versus the S2950 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & FujiFilm FinePix S2950. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & FujiFilm S2950 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX600 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the FujiFilm S2950 has sizing of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX600 HS versus the S2950.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and S2950 is 93 and 76 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and S2950.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX600 HS to render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern SX600 HS will have a benefit in sensor technology.