FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Sony HX50V

Let's look more in depth at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very close but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and HX50V (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The HS20 EXR was announced 3 years earlier than the HX50V and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the HS20 EXR grades against the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR has got external measurements of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") having a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Sony HX50V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the HS20 EXR vs the HX50V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and HX50V is 58 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HS20 EXR and HX50V.

To sum up, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The HS20 EXR with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX50V will provide you with extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older HS20 EXR will be behind with regard to sensor tech.