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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200

Portability
58
Imaging
39
Features
55
Overall
45
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR front
 
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 front
Portability
67
Imaging
37
Features
37
Overall
37

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200 Key Specs

FujiFilm HS20 EXR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 730g - 131 x 91 x 126mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix HS22 EXR
  • Successor is Fujifilm HS30EXR
FujiFilm S3200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix S3250
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200 Overview

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and FujiFilm S3200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are sold by FujiFilm. The resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the S3200 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and S3200 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The HS20 EXR was introduced around the same time to the S3200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the HS20 EXR scores against the S3200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the FujiFilm S3200

 HS20 EXR S3200 
Focus manually More exact focus
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR

 S3200 HS20 EXR 

Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and FujiFilm S3200

 HS20 EXR S3200 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2011Same generation
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR features exterior dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") and a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) and the FujiFilm S3200 has dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and FujiFilm S3200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the HS20 EXR vs the S3200.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HS20 EXR and S3200 is 58 and 67 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HS20 EXR and S3200.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HS20 EXR with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will produce extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR Portrait photography features
FujiFilm S3200 Portrait photography features
55
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
sensor is tiny (1/2")
35
MP count decent (14MP)
has face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR as a Street photography camera
FujiFilm S3200 as a Street photography camera
54
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
exports RAW formats
sensor is tiny (1/2")
heavier than competition in class (730g)
43
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
more heavy than average in class (540g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR Sports photography details
FujiFilm S3200 Sports photography details
52
great zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
sensor is tiny (1/2")
lack of phase detect autofocus
47
excellent zoom range (24-576mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR Travel photography info
FujiFilm S3200 Travel photography info
51
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
very long reach (720mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (730g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
54
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (24mm)
long reach (576mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (540 grams)
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR Landscape photography info
FujiFilm S3200 Landscape photography info
51
manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor is tiny (1/2")
missing Time Lapse recording
41
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm HS20 EXR Vlogging features
FujiFilm S3200 Vlogging features
25
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
missing mic socket
heavier than competition in class (730g)
24
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect autofocus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone port
more heavy than average in class (540 grams)
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs FujiFilm S3200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm HS20 EXR and FujiFilm S3200
 FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXRFujiFilm FinePix S3200
General Information
Company FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR FujiFilm FinePix S3200
Also called FinePix HS22 EXR FinePix S3250
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Body design SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor EXR -
Sensor type EXRCMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Highest enhanced ISO 12800 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-720mm (30.0x) 24-576mm (24.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance 1cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.8
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent 97 percent
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 8.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 7.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 80 fps), 320 x 112 (320 fps), 320 x 240 (160 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 730g (1.61 lbs) 540g (1.19 lbs)
Physical dimensions 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 300 shots
Type of battery - AA
Battery ID 4 x AA 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD / SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $600 $190