FujiFilm S1600 vs Sony HX10V

Following is a extended overview of the FujiFilm S1600 and Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1600 was introduced 3 years prior to the HX10V which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S1600 scores versus the HX10V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1600 provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S1600 and Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1600 versus the HX10V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and HX10V is 78 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1600 and HX10V.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX10V to produce more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S1600 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.