Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Nikon A900

The following is a extended review of the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and the A900 (20MP) is very close but the Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") and A900 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm HS35EXR was launched 4 years before the A900 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm HS35EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm HS35EXR scores versus the A900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR and Nikon Coolpix A900. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS35EXR Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm HS35EXR enjoys exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") having a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) while the Nikon A900 has specifications of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus Nikon A900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm HS35EXR against the A900.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS35EXR and A900 is 59 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and A900.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS35EXR featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon A900 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm HS35EXR will be behind with regard to sensor technology.