Canon SX610 HS vs FujiFilm S4000

Below, we will be matching up the Canon SX610 HS and FujiFilm S4000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and S4000 (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was brought out 4 years after the S4000 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX610 HS scores versus the S4000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S4000. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S4000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX610 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the FujiFilm S4000 has measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX610 HS and FujiFilm S4000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the S4000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and S4000 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and S4000.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX610 HS to provide extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher SX610 HS provides an edge in sensor innovation.