Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F770EXR

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F770EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm F770EXR (16MP) and the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F770EXR (1/2") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX220 HS was introduced 11 months earlier than the Fujifilm F770EXR which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX220 HS matches up against the Fujifilm F770EXR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS and Fujifilm FinePix F770EXR. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Fujifilm F770EXR Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Fujifilm F770EXR has measurements of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F770EXR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS versus the Fujifilm F770EXR.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and Fujifilm F770EXR is 96 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and Fujifilm F770EXR.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX220 HS having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm F770EXR will provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SX220 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.