Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm HS30EXR
- New Model is Fujifilm HS50 EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced January 2014
Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm HS35EXR was brought out 12 months before the Galaxy Camera 2 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm HS35EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm HS35EXR grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm HS35EXR Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS35EXR over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Fujifilm HS35EXR | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Fujifilm HS35EXR
Galaxy Camera 2 | Fujifilm HS35EXR | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | January 2013 | Newer by 12 months | |
Screen dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Sharper screen (+577k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Fujifilm HS35EXR | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm HS35EXR enjoys physical dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") along with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus the Galaxy Camera 2.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Galaxy Camera 2 is 59 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Galaxy Camera 2.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS35EXR provides the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm HS35EXR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2014-01-02 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 687g (1.51 lbs) | 283g (0.62 lbs) |
Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 shots | 400 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $380 | $400 |