Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX350
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
- Released January 2012
- Superseded the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- Newer Model is Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 652g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Introduced December 2016
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX350 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm HS30EXR versus Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") and HX350 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Fujifilm HS30EXR was revealed 6 years earlier than the HX350 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm HS30EXR scores against the HX350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX350 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery & Sony HX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the Sony HX350
Fujifilm HS30EXR | HX350 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX350 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
HX350 | Fujifilm HS30EXR | |||
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Introduced | December 2016 | January 2012 | Newer by 60 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and Sony HX350
Fujifilm HS30EXR | HX350 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX350 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR features external measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") along with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) and the Sony HX350 has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).
See the Fujifilm HS30EXR versus Sony HX350 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and the HX350.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS30EXR and HX350 is 59 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX350 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The pic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm HS30EXR and HX350.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS30EXR having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX350 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm HS30EXR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX350 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm HS30EXR vs Sony HX350 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2016-12-20 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | 8.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, advanced, rear sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 687 grams (1.51 lb) | 652 grams (1.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $430 | - |