FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon S9300
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon S9300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 730g - 131 x 91 x 126mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix HS22 EXR
- Successor is Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Launched July 2012
- Old Model is Nikon S9100
- Newer Model is Nikon S9500

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon S9300 Overview
Following is a extended review of the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Nikon S9300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is very similar but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and S9300 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

The HS20 EXR was brought out 18 months earlier than the S9300 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the HS20 EXR grades against the S9300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon S9300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Nikon S9300
HS20 EXR | S9300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
S9300 | HS20 EXR | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 18 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Nikon S9300
HS20 EXR | S9300 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon S9300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR comes with outer 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 Nikon S9300 has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Nikon S9300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the HS20 EXR against the S9300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and S9300 is 58 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon S9300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HS20 EXR and S9300.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The HS20 EXR has the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged HS20 EXR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon S9300 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon S9300 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Nikon Coolpix S9300 |
Also called as | FinePix HS22 EXR | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-07-16 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 6.9fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
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 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 730 grams (1.61 lb) | 215 grams (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 200 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $600 | $249 |