Fujifilm F200EXR vs Sony HX5

The following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm F200EXR and Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F200EXR (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm F200EXR (1/1.6") and HX5 (1/2.4") come with different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F200EXR was introduced 13 months earlier than the HX5 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm F200EXR scores versus the HX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm F200EXR Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F200EXR provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm F200EXR and Sony HX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm F200EXR and the HX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F200EXR and HX5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F200EXR and HX5.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F200EXR having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm F200EXR will offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F200EXR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.