Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm S1500

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX710 HS versus Fujifilm S1500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was announced 5 years after the Fujifilm S1500 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX710 HS matches up against the Fujifilm S1500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX710 HS comes with external 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 S1500 has dimensions of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX710 HS versus Fujifilm S1500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX710 HS and the Fujifilm S1500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX710 HS and Fujifilm S1500 is 89 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX710 HS and Fujifilm S1500.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to render greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The younger SX710 HS will have an advantage in sensor innovation.