Canon SX700 HS vs FujiFilm S3200

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX700 HS and FujiFilm S3200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the S3200 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was revealed 3 years later than the S3200 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX700 HS matches up versus the S3200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S3200. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S3200 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX700 HS provides outer 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 S3200 has proportions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX700 HS and FujiFilm S3200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX700 HS and the S3200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and S3200 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and S3200.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX700 HS to produce more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX700 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.