FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony HX99
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FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony HX99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix S3250
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3-inch Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 242g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Announced September 2018

FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony HX99 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3200 (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the S3200 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) provide totally different sensor measurements.

The S3200 was launched 8 years prior to the HX99 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX99 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S3200 matches up versus the HX99 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony HX99 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S3200 over the Sony HX99
S3200 | HX99 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX99 over the FujiFilm S3200
HX99 | S3200 | |||
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Announced | September 2018 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 93 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S3200 and Sony HX99
S3200 | HX99 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Same display measurements |
FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony HX99 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S3200 enjoys outside dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony HX99 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S3200 versus the HX99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S3200 and HX99 is 67 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony HX99 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3200 and HX99.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S3200 due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony HX99 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S3200 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony HX99 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S3200 vs Sony HX99 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S3200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 |
Also Known as | FinePix S3250 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2018-09-01 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3-inch |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-576mm (24.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.00 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 638k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.5x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p, 120p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540 grams (1.19 lb) | 242 grams (0.53 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
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 | 300 pictures | 360 pictures |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $190 | $469 |