Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S1

Following is a extended review of the Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm S1 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was launched 13 months after the Fujifilm S1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX610 HS grades vs the Fujifilm S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. 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) while the Fujifilm S1 has sizing of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX610 HS vs Fujifilm S1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX610 HS against the Fujifilm S1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and Fujifilm S1 is 93 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and Fujifilm S1.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX610 HS to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer SX610 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.