Canon SX600 HS vs Fujifilm X30

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX600 HS and Fujifilm X30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the SX600 HS (16MP) and Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the SX600 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The SX600 HS was announced 7 months prior to the Fujifilm X30 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX600 HS matches up vs the Fujifilm X30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Fujifilm X30. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX600 HS enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Fujifilm X30 has proportions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX600 HS and Fujifilm X30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX600 HS and the Fujifilm X30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and Fujifilm X30 is 93 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and Fujifilm X30.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX600 HS having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Canon SX600 HS will resolve greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older SX600 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.