Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Sony G3

Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Sony G3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and G3 (10MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and G3 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was brought out 2 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR grades versus the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F500 EXR has got outside dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Sony G3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs the G3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and G3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and G3.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F500 EXR due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will result in more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm F500 EXR will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.