Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm X20

Following is a complete comparison of the Canon SX710 HS versus Fujifilm X20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the SX710 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The SX710 HS was introduced 21 months after the Fujifilm X20 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX710 HS scores versus the Fujifilm X20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Fujifilm X20. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Fujifilm X20 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX710 HS has external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X20 has sizing of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX710 HS versus Fujifilm X20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX710 HS compared to the Fujifilm X20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX710 HS and Fujifilm X20 is 89 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and Fujifilm X20.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX710 HS with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Canon SX710 HS will provide more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX710 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.