Canon SX620 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon SX620 HS vs Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the SX620 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The SX620 HS was unveiled 4 years later than the Fujifilm X-S1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX620 HS matches up against the Fujifilm X-S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Fujifilm X-S1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-S1 has dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") and a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX620 HS versus the Fujifilm X-S1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and Fujifilm X-S1 is 93 and 52 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and Fujifilm X-S1.

All in all, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX620 HS with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Canon SX620 HS will result in greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.