FujiFilm F80EXR vs Sony RX10 II

Here, we are evaluating the FujiFilm F80EXR versus Sony RX10 II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the F80EXR (12MP) and RX10 II (20MP) and the F80EXR (1/2") and RX10 II (1") offer different sensor sizes.

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The F80EXR was unveiled 6 years prior to the RX10 II and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm F80EXR being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the F80EXR matches up against the RX10 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix F80EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F80EXR Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm F80EXR has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony RX10 II has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm F80EXR versus Sony RX10 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the F80EXR versus the RX10 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the F80EXR and RX10 II is 92 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the F80EXR and RX10 II.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The F80EXR with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony RX10 II will render more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older F80EXR will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.