FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony H300
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony H300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014
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Let's look more closely at the FujiFilm S1600 and Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and H300 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S1600 was launched 5 years earlier than the H300 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S1600 matches up vs the H300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony H300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Sony H300
| S1600 | H300 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the FujiFilm S1600
| H300 | S1600 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2014 | February 2010 | Newer by 49 months | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Sony H300
| S1600 | H300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
| Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1600 provides physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Sony H300 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S1600 and Sony H300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S1600 versus the H300.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and H300 is 78 and 63 respectively.
FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and H300.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony H300 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged S1600 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony H300 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony H300 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
| Also called | FinePix S1770 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2014-02-13 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.40 m | 8.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | 337g (0.74 lb) | 590g (1.30 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 life | - | 350 images |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $130 | $249 |