Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S8400W

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S8400W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was revealed 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm S8400W which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX220 HS scores versus the Fujifilm S8400W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S8400W. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S8400W Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS provides external 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) and the Fujifilm S8400W has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm S8400W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS vs the Fujifilm S8400W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and Fujifilm S8400W is 96 and 61 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and Fujifilm S8400W.

To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8400W to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.