Canon SX610 HS vs FujiFilm S2500HD

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon SX610 HS versus FujiFilm S2500HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and S2500HD (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was brought out 4 years after the S2500HD which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX610 HS grades versus the S2500HD with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS has physical measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S2500HD has dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX610 HS versus FujiFilm S2500HD in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX610 HS against the S2500HD.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and S2500HD is 93 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and S2500HD.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX610 HS to result in more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher SX610 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.