Canon 1D MIII vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon 1D MIII vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the 1D MIII (10MP) and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the 1D MIII (APS-H) and Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1D MIII was revealed 6 years earlier than the Fujifilm HS50 EXR which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D MIII being a Large SLR camera and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 1D MIII matches up vs the Fujifilm HS50 EXR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D Mark III and Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1D MIII Gallery and Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D MIII features exterior measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1335 grams (2.94 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm HS50 EXR has measurements of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1D MIII vs Fujifilm HS50 EXR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 1D MIII and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MIII and Fujifilm HS50 EXR is 51 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D MIII and Fujifilm HS50 EXR.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D MIII having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR will give you more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged 1D MIII is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.