FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon D700
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon D700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 730g - 131 x 91 x 126mm
- Announced January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix HS22 EXR
- New Model is Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1074g - 147 x 123 x 77mm
- Revealed October 2008
- Successor is Nikon D800E

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon D700 Overview
Let's look more closely at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon D700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and D700 (12MP) and the HS20 EXR (1/2") and D700 (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

The HS20 EXR was unveiled 2 years later than the D700 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the HS20 EXR scores vs the D700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon D700 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Nikon D700. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Nikon D700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Nikon D700
HS20 EXR | D700 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | October 2008 | Fresher by 28 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Nikon D700 over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
D700 | HS20 EXR | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Nikon D700
HS20 EXR | D700 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon D700 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR has got physical measurements of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") having a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) while the Nikon D700 has dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon D700 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the HS20 EXR vs the D700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HS20 EXR and D700 is 58 and 54 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon D700 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HS20 EXR and D700.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The HS20 EXR having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher HS20 EXR should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon D700 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Nikon D700 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Nikon D700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Nikon D700 |
Also called | FinePix HS22 EXR | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2008-10-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | Expeed |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4256 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 51 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.72x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 730 grams (1.61 lb) | 1074 grams (2.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") | 147 x 123 x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2303 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1000 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $600 | $2,700 |