Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony HX300

In this article, we are reviewing the Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and HX300 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm F660EXR was revealed 13 months prior to the HX300 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm F660EXR being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm F660EXR scores versus the HX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F660EXR offers exterior dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony HX300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR versus the HX300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F660EXR and HX300 is 91 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F660EXR and HX300.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F660EXR with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony HX300 will produce extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F660EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.