Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S4000
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Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S4000 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
- New Model is Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix S4050

Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S4000 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX600 HS versus FujiFilm S4000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the S4000 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX600 HS was unveiled 3 years later than the S4000 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX600 HS grades vs the S4000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S4000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & FujiFilm FinePix S4000. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & FujiFilm S4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the FujiFilm S4000
SX600 HS | S4000 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 37 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Canon SX600 HS
S4000 | SX600 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and FujiFilm S4000
SX600 HS | S4000 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S4000 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX600 HS features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S4000 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX600 HS versus FujiFilm S4000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX600 HS versus the S4000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and S4000 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S4000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX600 HS and S4000.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX600 HS to give more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX600 HS provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S4000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX600 HS vs FujiFilm S4000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 |
Also Known as | - | FinePix S4050 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G (TFT) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188 grams (0.41 lbs) | 540 grams (1.19 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 300 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $249 | $279 |