FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Samsung HZ50W
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise 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
- Also referred to as FinePix HS22 EXR
- Later Model is Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Launched May 2010
- Also referred to as WB5500

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively well matched but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and HZ50W (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

The HS20 EXR was announced 9 months after the HZ50W so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the HS20 EXR scores versus the HZ50W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Samsung HZ50W. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Samsung HZ50W
HS20 EXR | HZ50W | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | May 2010 | More modern by 9 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
HZ50W | HS20 EXR |
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Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Samsung HZ50W
HS20 EXR | HZ50W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR offers outer measurements of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") along with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Samsung HZ50W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the HS20 EXR vs the HZ50W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and HZ50W is 58 and 70 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HS20 EXR and HZ50W.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The HS20 EXR using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher HS20 EXR will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Samsung HZ50W |
Also Known as | FinePix HS22 EXR | WB5500 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-05-03 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 730 gr (1.61 lbs) | 426 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | 4 x AA | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $600 | $250 |