Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S2 Pro
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Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 142 x 131 x 80mm
- Launched August 2002
- Previous Model is Fujifilm S1 Pro
- Replacement is Fujifilm S3 Pro

Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX220 HS and Fujifilm S2 Pro, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro DSLR by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) and the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm S2 Pro (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The SX220 HS was manufactured 8 years after the Fujifilm S2 Pro which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S2 Pro being a Large SLR camera.
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX220 HS matches up against the Fujifilm S2 Pro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Fujifilm S2 Pro
SX220 HS | Fujifilm S2 Pro | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | August 2002 | Newer by 104 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 117k | Clearer display (+344k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2 Pro over the Canon SX220 HS
Fujifilm S2 Pro | SX220 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Fujifilm S2 Pro
SX220 HS | Fujifilm S2 Pro | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS provides physical dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Fujifilm S2 Pro has measurements of 142mm x 131mm x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX220 HS and Fujifilm S2 Pro in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX220 HS vs the Fujifilm S2 Pro.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and Fujifilm S2 Pro is 96 and 56 respectively.

Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and Fujifilm S2 Pro.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX220 HS because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Canon SX220 HS will give you extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX220 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon SX220 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2002-08-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23 x 15.5mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 356.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 6MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4256 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 1.8 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 117 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 92% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 15.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | 1/125 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 850g (1.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 142 x 131 x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 210 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $399 | $2,000 |