FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm S9800
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push 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
- Alternate Name is FinePix HS22 EXR
- Renewed by Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2015

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Fujifilm S9800, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) is relatively close but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm S9800 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

The HS20 EXR was manufactured 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm S9800 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the HS20 EXR grades versus the Fujifilm S9800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Fujifilm S9800. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Fujifilm S9800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Fujifilm S9800
HS20 EXR | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
Fujifilm S9800 | HS20 EXR | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 49 months |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Fujifilm S9800
HS20 EXR | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR offers 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) whilst the Fujifilm S9800 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Fujifilm S9800 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the HS20 EXR and the Fujifilm S9800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HS20 EXR and Fujifilm S9800 is 58 and 61 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HS20 EXR and Fujifilm S9800.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The HS20 EXR has got the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier. The more aged HS20 EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Fujifilm S9800 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Fujifilm S9800 |
Also Known as | FinePix HS22 EXR | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 920k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1700 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 730g (1.61 pounds) | 670g (1.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $600 | $299 |