Canon SX700 HS vs Fujifilm F500 EXR

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon SX700 HS versus Fujifilm F500 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) is pretty close but the SX700 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") come with totally different sensor size.

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The SX700 HS was revealed 3 years later than the Fujifilm F500 EXR and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX700 HS matches up vs the Fujifilm F500 EXR in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Fujifilm F500 EXR has sizing of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX700 HS versus Fujifilm F500 EXR in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX700 HS compared to the Fujifilm F500 EXR.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and Fujifilm F500 EXR is 89 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and Fujifilm F500 EXR.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SX700 HS contains the smaller sensor which should make achieving bokeh tougher. The newer SX700 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.