Fujifilm F770EXR vs Sony HX1

Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm F770EXR versus Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F770EXR (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the Fujifilm F770EXR (1/2") and HX1 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F770EXR was launched 2 years later than the HX1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm F770EXR being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm F770EXR grades vs the HX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F770EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F770EXR Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F770EXR has got external dimensions of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm F770EXR versus Sony HX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm F770EXR against the HX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F770EXR and HX1 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F770EXR and HX1.

Clearly, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F770EXR due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm F770EXR will render more detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm F770EXR will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.