Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Nikon P610

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the P610 (16MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and P610 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm HS50 EXR was launched 3 years before the P610 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR scores against the P610 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR and Nikon Coolpix P610. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR has got physical measurements of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") accompanied by a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) while the Nikon P610 has sizing of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

See the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and Nikon P610 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR against the P610.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and P610 is 54 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and P610.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR comes with the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm HS50 EXR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.