FujiFilm F70EXR vs Sony HX5

Here, we will be comparing the FujiFilm F70EXR and Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the F70EXR (10MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the F70EXR (1/2") and HX5 (1/2.4") boast different sensor sizing.

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The F70EXR was announced 10 months prior to the HX5 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the F70EXR matches up versus the HX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm F70EXR offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm F70EXR and Sony HX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the F70EXR and the HX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the F70EXR and HX5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the F70EXR and HX5.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The F70EXR comes with the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field easier. The older F70EXR will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.