Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1800
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Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 270g - 110 x 64 x 36mm
- Released February 2016
- Superseded the Canon SX710 HS
- New Model is Canon SX730 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix S1880

Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1800, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX720 HS (20.3MP) and S1800 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX720 HS was released 6 years after the S1800 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX720 HS being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX720 HS matches up vs the S1800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S1800. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX720 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S1800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX720 HS over the FujiFilm S1800
SX720 HS | S1800 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 74 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Canon SX720 HS
S1800 | SX720 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX720 HS and FujiFilm S1800
SX720 HS | S1800 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX720 HS provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the FujiFilm S1800 has specifications of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX720 HS and the S1800.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX720 HS and S1800 is 89 and 78 respectively.

Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX720 HS and S1800.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX720 HS to show extra detail as a result of its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger SX720 HS should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX720 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX720 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 |
Also Known as | - | FinePix S1880 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2016-02-18 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 270 grams (0.60 lbs) | 337 grams (0.74 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 64 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $379 | $180 |