FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm HS30EXR

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Fujifilm HS30EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both built by FujiFilm. The resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2").

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The HS20 EXR was manufactured 12 months earlier than the Fujifilm HS30EXR which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the HS20 EXR matches up versus the Fujifilm HS30EXR when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR enjoys exterior dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") along with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm HS30EXR has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") and a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Fujifilm HS30EXR in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the HS20 EXR vs the Fujifilm HS30EXR.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HS20 EXR and Fujifilm HS30EXR is 58 and 59 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HS20 EXR and Fujifilm HS30EXR.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older HS20 EXR will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.