Fujifilm HS50 EXR vs Panasonic FZ40

The following is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm HS50 EXR (1/2") and FZ40 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm HS50 EXR was announced 2 years after the FZ40 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm HS50 EXR matches up versus the FZ40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm HS50 EXR Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR has outside measurements of 135mm x 101mm x 146mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 5.7") along with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm HS50 EXR versus Panasonic FZ40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR compared to the FZ40.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and FZ40 is 54 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm HS50 EXR and FZ40.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm HS50 EXR using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR will provide you with more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm HS50 EXR will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.