• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.1 megapixels
  • 21.00mm - 1365.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 1200.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon SX60 advantages over Fujifilm S9800

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Higher-res screen
    307k vs 153k pixels
    More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Wider angle lens
    21 mm vs 24 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    19 vs 10 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Fujifilm S9800 advantages over Canon SX60

  • Less expensive
    $330 vs $550 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Slower slow-motion
    480 fps vs 240 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.9 vs f/3.4
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 500 vs 340 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    10.0 fps vs 6.6 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm SL1000

Canon SX60
Fujifilm SL1000
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $650
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion

Compare Canon SX60 vs Fujifilm SL1000

Fujifilm S9800
Fujifilm SL1000
  • $504
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
  • $650
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • RAW file ability

Compare Fujifilm S9800 vs Fujifilm SL1000

Compared to Nikon P600

Canon SX60
Nikon P600
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • RAW file ability
  • $345
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Less shutter lag

Compare Canon SX60 vs Nikon P600

Fujifilm S9800
Nikon P600
  • $504
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $345
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon P600

Compared to Sony H400

Canon SX60
Sony H400
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Focus peaking
  • $260
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Canon SX60 vs Sony H400

Fujifilm S9800
Sony H400
  • $504
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $260
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • More pixels

Compare Fujifilm S9800 vs Sony H400

Compared to Fujifilm S9900W

Canon SX60
Fujifilm S9900W
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • RAW file ability
  • $719
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion

Compare Canon SX60 vs Fujifilm S9900W

Fujifilm S9800
Fujifilm S9900W
  • $504
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $719
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Fujifilm S9800 vs Fujifilm S9900W

Compared to Nikon P610

Canon SX60
Nikon P610
  • $449
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • RAW file ability
  • $599
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in GPS

Compare Canon SX60 vs Nikon P610

Fujifilm S9800
Nikon P610
  • $504
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $599
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Fujifilm S9800 vs Nikon P610

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