Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Sony HX10V

Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and HX10V (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was introduced 7 months before the HX10V and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR matches up vs the HX10V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has got physical measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Sony HX10V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR compared to the HX10V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and HX10V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and HX10V.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR having a larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony HX10V will produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The older Fujifilm F550 EXR will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.