FujiFilm HS10 vs Fujifilm SL240

Let's look more closely at the FujiFilm HS10 versus Fujifilm SL240, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are sold by FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the HS10 (10MP) and Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HS10 was announced 18 months earlier than the Fujifilm SL240 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the HS10 scores against the Fujifilm SL240 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix HS10 and Fujifilm FinePix SL240. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm HS10 Gallery and Fujifilm SL240 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm HS10 comes with exterior dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") with a weight of 666 grams (1.47 lbs) and the Fujifilm SL240 has proportions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm HS10 versus Fujifilm SL240 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the HS10 compared to the Fujifilm SL240.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the HS10 and Fujifilm SL240 is 60 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HS10 and Fujifilm SL240.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm SL240 to result in more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged HS10 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.