Canon SX620 HS vs Fujifilm HS30EXR

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX620 HS versus Fujifilm HS30EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the SX620 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX620 HS was announced 4 years later than the Fujifilm HS30EXR and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm HS30EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX620 HS matches up against the Fujifilm HS30EXR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX620 HS enjoys outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Fujifilm HS30EXR has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX620 HS versus Fujifilm HS30EXR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX620 HS vs the Fujifilm HS30EXR.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX620 HS and Fujifilm HS30EXR is 93 and 59 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and Fujifilm HS30EXR.

Plainly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX620 HS having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon SX620 HS will result in more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.