Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Olympus SP-100

Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Olympus SP-100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the SP-100 (16MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and SP-100 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm HS50 EXR was unveiled 12 months earlier than the SP-100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR scores against the SP-100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR and Olympus Stylus SP-100. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery and Olympus SP-100 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR features outer measurements of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-100 has dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Olympus SP-100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR compared to the SP-100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and SP-100 is 54 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and SP-100.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR contains the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The older Fujifilm HS50 EXR will be behind in sensor innovation.