Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm T400

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX220 HS versus Fujifilm T400, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm T400 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was launched 11 months before the Fujifilm T400 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX220 HS grades versus the Fujifilm T400 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS and Fujifilm FinePix T400. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Fujifilm T400 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS has got outer 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) and the Fujifilm T400 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the Fujifilm T400.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and Fujifilm T400 is 96 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and Fujifilm T400.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm T400 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older SX220 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.