Canon SX600 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1

Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX600 HS versus Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX600 HS (16MP) and Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the SX600 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The SX600 HS was announced 2 years after the Fujifilm X-S1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX600 HS matches up versus the Fujifilm X-S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Fujifilm X-S1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX600 HS has physical measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-S1 has dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX600 HS versus Fujifilm X-S1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX600 HS compared to the Fujifilm X-S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and Fujifilm X-S1 is 93 and 52 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX600 HS and Fujifilm X-S1.

As you can see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX600 HS with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon SX600 HS will offer you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer SX600 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.