FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm SL300

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm SL300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) is pretty similar but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm SL300 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The HS20 EXR was manufactured 12 months earlier than the Fujifilm SL300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the HS20 EXR grades vs the Fujifilm SL300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Fujifilm FinePix SL300. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Fujifilm SL300 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR comes with outside 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 SL300 has specifications of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm SL300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the HS20 EXR vs the Fujifilm SL300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and Fujifilm SL300 is 58 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HS20 EXR and Fujifilm SL300.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HS20 EXR featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will offer extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older HS20 EXR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.