Canon SX700 HS vs FujiFilm S1800

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX700 HS and FujiFilm S1800, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and S1800 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was brought out 4 years after the S1800 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX700 HS grades against the S1800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S1800. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S1800 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX700 HS features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the FujiFilm S1800 has measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX700 HS and FujiFilm S1800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX700 HS and the S1800.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and S1800 is 89 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and S1800.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX700 HS to give more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer SX700 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.