FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Sony NEX-5T
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump 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
- Additionally referred to as FinePix HS22 EXR
- Refreshed by Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Older Model is Sony NEX-5R

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Sony NEX-5T, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is relatively close but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and NEX-5T (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

The HS20 EXR was launched 3 years before the NEX-5T and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the HS20 EXR grades vs the NEX-5T in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Sony NEX-5T
HS20 EXR | NEX-5T |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
NEX-5T | HS20 EXR | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 32 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Sony NEX-5T
HS20 EXR | NEX-5T | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR has got physical dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the HS20 EXR compared to the NEX-5T.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and NEX-5T is 58 and 89 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HS20 EXR and NEX-5T.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizing. The HS20 EXR features the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow DOF trickier. The older HS20 EXR will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Also called as | FinePix HS22 EXR | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | Bionz |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 730g (1.61 lb) | 276g (0.61 lb) |
Dimensions | 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $600 | $400 |